Scottellia klaineana | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Eudicots |
Clade: | Rosids |
Order: | Malpighiales |
Family: | Achariaceae |
Genus: | Scottellia |
Species: | S. klaineana |
Binomial name | |
Scottellia klaineana Pierre | |
Synonyms | |
Scottellia gossweileri Exell |
Scottellia klaineana is a species of tree native to West and Central Africa. It usually grows to a height of about 20 m (66 ft) but can grow taller. It has a straight, cylindrical trunk up to 70 cm (28 in) in diameter, and may have flutings or buttresses at the base. The timber is used for construction, panelling, joinery, furniture-making, cabinet work, carpentry, flooring, stairs, turnery and veneers.
References
- "Scottellia klaineana Pierre". The Plant List. Retrieved 5 June 2019.
- Fern, Ken (13 April 2019). "Scottellia klaineana". Useful Tropical Plants Database. Retrieved 5 June 2019.
Taxon identifiers | |
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Scottellia klaineana |