Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv.) Setten & Maas
Source:
cmp
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Taxon 39: 676 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537648
Common Names
- Chloranthus Annickia
- Chlorantha Annickia
- Annickia Chlorantha
Synonyms
- Enantia chlorantha soyauxii Engler & Diels [deprecated]
Description
Annickia chlorantha (also called African walnut, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone east to Ethiopia and south to Angola. It grows in evergreen and semi-deciduous forests, and is often found in secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Annickia chlorantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food and medicine by local communities.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Annickia chlorantha are white, with a yellow center, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Annickia chlorantha is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, tufted grass-like plant that grows in clumps. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Annickia chlorantha
Annickia chlorantha can be found in tropical Africa.
Annickia chlorantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Annickia chlorantha?
Annickia chlorantha
What is the common name of Annickia chlorantha?
Chlorantha
What is the natural habitat of Annickia chlorantha?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa
Species in the Annickia genus
Annickia affinis,
Annickia ambigua,
Annickia atrocyanescens,
Annickia chlorantha,
Annickia kummeriae,
Annickia kwiluensis,
Annickia lebrunii,
Annickia letestui,
Annickia olivacea,
Annickia pilosa,
Annickia polycarpa,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,
References
A.K.van Setten: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Setten' in the authors string.