Status:
valid
Authors:
Stannard
Source:
ksu
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 35: 835 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357046
Common Names
- Kirkia burgeri
- Burger's Kirkia
- Burger's Kirkia Tree
Synonyms
- Kirkia burgeri somalensis Stannard [unknown]
Description
Kirkia burgeri (also called Burger's Kirkia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Kirkia burgeri is a popular ornamental plant used to decorate gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kirkia burgeri has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kirkia burgeri is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 meters in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Kirkia burgeri
Kirkia burgeri is native to the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia. It can be found in lowland rainforests, up to an altitude of 800 m.
Kirkia burgeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kirkia burgeri?
Kirkia burgeri
What is the common name of Kirkia burgeri?
Burger's kirkia
Where is Kirkia burgeri found?
Kirkia burgeri is found in South Africa.
Species in the Kirkia genus
Species in the Kirkiaceae family