Symphonia gymnoclada
(Planch. & Triana) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Vesque
Clusiaceae Edible: ?
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Patrice Antilahimena
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Patrice Antilahimena
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Patrice Antilahimena
Description
A shrub or small tree.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. In Madagascar it grows in dry forests between 1,000 m - 2,000 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Madagascar,
Other Uses
A resin is obtained from the stems. The wood is used for general carpentry.
Synonyms
Chrysopia gymnoclada Planch. & TrianaSymphonia clusioides BakerSymphonia hildebrandtii Baker f.Symphonia microphylla subsp. pseudoclusioides H. Perrier
References (1)
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
