Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
1079359

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilg & Stapf

Source:
tro

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 37: 102 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001078697

Common Names

  • Soyauxia Grandifolia
  • Grandifolia Soyauxia
  • Grandifolia Soyauxia

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Description

Soyauxia grandifolia (also called Large-leaved Soyauxia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to West Africa and is found in forests, scrub, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Soyauxia grandifolia is an evergreen shrub native to West Africa. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used to create hedges and windbreaks. It is also used in the production of dyes and in the making of herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Soyauxia grandifolia has small, white flowers with four petals that bloom in the spring. The flowers are followed by small, round, black fruits that contain a single seed. The seedlings have a single stem with small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Soyauxia grandifolia can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Layering can be done by burying a low-hanging branch in the soil and allowing it to root.

Where to Find Soyauxia grandifolia

Soyauxia grandifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and West Africa, growing in moist woods and swamps.

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-20200004: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.