194 (1958). 8: 10 (1907). (Khaya anthotheca, K. grandifoliola, K. ivorensis, K. senegalensis) Color/Appearance: Heartwood color is variable, ranging from very pale pink to a deeper reddish-brown, sometimes with streaks of medium to dark reddish-brown. Trunk is straight and tall with dark brown bark, reaching a girth that exceeds 1 m. Foliage. It has a self-supporting growth form. 39: 413 (1974). Khaya grandifoliola is a medicinal plant endemic to Nigeria. Khaya senegalensis occurs in savanna woodland, often in moist localities and along watercourses, in areas with 650–1300(–1800) mm annual rainfall and a dry season of 4–7 months. Growth Form. Catalogue des plantes vasculaires du Burkina Faso Boissiera 65: 1-391. They usually attain a height of 100 to 130 feet (30 to 40 m), with a trunk diameter of 36 to 48 inches (90 to 120 cm). Recent studies show that 90% of malaria cases around the world come from sub-Saharan Africa. It has compound, broad leaves. It generally planes well, but material with irregular grain is reported to be rather difficult to dress to a smooth finish. Emp. Tree Size: 100-130 ft (30-40 m) tall, 3-5 ft (1-1.5 m) trunk diameter. Boulvert, Y. Color tends to darken with age. The species are native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. Catalogue de la Flore de Centrafrique 1: 1-114. Robyns, W. & al. The International Plant Names Index and World Checklist of Selected Plant Families 2020. (eds.) Scientific name: Khaya spp. Janka Hardness: 1,070 lb f (4,760 N) Scientific name (s): Khaya anthotheca, Khaya ivorensis, Khaya grandifoliola Log description – Diameter: from 80 to 120 cm Depending on its origin, growth conditions and specific strain (“African Mahogany” encompasses four different Khaya species), it color can range from a pale pink or muted orange, to a somewhat darker reddish- or golden-brown. In many malaria endemic countries, like the tropics, the extract of Khaya grandifoliola is used as an antimalarial herbal remedy. in Bull. 1991. Planing: Timber produced by K. grandifoliola is reported to be more difficult to work than that by K. anthotheca . Boulvert, Y. Bouka Dipelet, U.G. Participate in the reforestation of Togo and the diversification of agroforests, cocoa and coffee trees! Effect of Khaya grandifoliola extract on Plasmodium berghei berghei in mice. 2, 1: 699, fig. 4: 64, fig. Hutchinson, J., Dalziel, J.M. Meliaceae, Styles & F. White (Department of Plant Sciences, University of Oxford). Guinea, Trees Brit. Studies have shown that the optimum therapeutic dose size is about 5.5 g/kg body weight. The Flora of Chad: a checklist and brief analysis PhytoKeys 23: 1-18. (Khaya anthotheca, K. grandifoliola, K. ivorensis, K. senegalensis) Meliaceae, Styles & F. White (Department of Plant Sciences, University of Oxford). In this study, we examined the antiviral properties of Khaya grandifoliola C.DC (Meliaceae) on the hepatitis C virus (HCV) life cycle in vitro and identified some of the chemical constituents contained in the fraction with the most antiviral activity. It occurs up to 1500(–1800) m altitude. Average Dried Weight: 40 lbs/ft 3 (640 kg/m 3) Specific Gravity (Basic, 12% MC):.52, .64. The results of the experiment indicated that K. grandifoliola had a positive effect on red blood cell production and no real effect on bone mineral contents at therapeutic doses. Scientific Name: Khaya spp. Khaya grandifoliola is a species of tree in the family Meliaceae. Kalema, J. It is threatened by habitat loss. Khaya senegalensis occurs in savanna woodland, often in moist localities and along watercourses, in areas with 650–1300(–1800) mm annual rainfall and a dry season of 4–7 months. Journ. Flowers. Khaya grandifoliola is a species of tree in the family Meliaceae. (eds.) Though to be fair, on most guitars it would be hard to make out the difference in tone when used as back/sides wood. However, there are concerns about the hypothesized low diversity among the few K. grandifoliola germplasm sources introduced in the country. Habit Tree usually less than 20(but occasionally up to 30) m. tall; bole unbuttressed or only slightly buttressed. 42 (1952). It prefers deep and well-drained alluvial soils and termite mounds, but can also be found on shallow, … Zaïre, Flora of Tropical East Africa Darbyshire, I., Kordofani, M., Farag, I., Candiga, R. & Pickering, H. In this study, we examined the antiviral properties of Khaya grandifoliola C.DC (Meliaceae) on the hepatitis C virus (HCV) life cycle in vitro and identified some of the chemical constituents contained in the fraction with the most antiviral activity. big-leaf mahogany; Other Scientific Names. Effects of Khaya grandifoliola (Meliaceae) on some biochemical parameters in rats. Khaya grandifoliola and Enantia chlorantha are two of such popular herbs used in the treatment of malaria. & White, F. (1991). Dried bark powder was extracted by maceration in a methylene chloride/methanol (MCM) system (50:50; v/v) and separated on silica gel by flash … It is threatened by habitat loss. The name anthotheca was taken from the Greek word anthos, meaning flower, while theca refers to a capsule. Description. It is listed as vulnerable by IUCN. 36-48 lbs/ft 3. Phytotherapy Research. Four of these trees can be found in Gillemard Road Open Space while the fifth tree can be found in Lorong 1 Toa Payoh. Khaya grandis Stapf; Khaya kerstingii Harms; Khaya punchii Stapf; International Common Names. (Khaya anthotheca, K. grandifoliola, K. ivorensis, K. senegalensis) Distribution: West tropical Africa. (eds.) Kew Publishing, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. It is found in Benin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Guinea, Nigeria, Sudan, Togo, and Uganda. C. DC. Styles in E. Afr. Flora of West Tropical Africa 1:2. (Khaya anthotheca, K. grandifoliola, K. ivorensis, K. senegalensis) Names are loosely and interchange used for: meranti, lauan and a myriad of species from West Tropical Africa and some types from Southeast Asia. Description: Herbarium Specimen Images. Flora of Tropical East Africa. ORSTROM, Bangui. Cultural / Religious ( Heritage Tree: There are 5 individuals of Khaya nyasica listed as Heritage Trees in Singapore. Tree Size: 100-130 ft (30-40 m) tall, 3-5 ft (1-1.5 m) trunk diameter. Journal of Ethno-pharmacology. (2006). Fauna & Flora of Liberia, flowering plant species list www.liberianfaunaflora.org. 10, t. 10, Aubrév. Uganda, Harms in E. & P. Pflanzenfam. The bark and seeds of Khaya grandifoliola are the most common parts used for treatment and are extracted by infusion or decoction. Khaya grandifoliola, also called African mahogany, Benin mahogany, large-leaved mahogany, or Senegal mahogany, is a species of plant in the family Meliaceae. Crude water extracts of Khaya grandifoliola have shown to have therapeutic effectiveness on mice. People in these areas resort to medicinal plants for treatment because alternative medical resources are often low or unavailable. To find out more about these trees, please visit the Heritage Tree Register.) & Keay, R.W.J. Bumah VV, Essien EU, Agbedahunsi JM, Ekah OU. The invention relates generally to a device for dispersing one or more fragrant materials, more particularly to a device in the form of an amulet for dispersing one or more fragrant materials. Akoègninou, A., van der Burg, W.J. Keay in Flora of West Tropical Africa, ed. Though to be fair, on most guitars it would be hard to make out the difference in tone when used as back/sides wood. It has a self-supporting growth form. Habit Tree usually less than 20(but occasionally up to 30) m. tall; bole unbuttressed or only slightly buttressed. Chad, C. Iv. Flore du Congo Belge et du Ruanda-Urundi 1-10. Nigeria, The use of aqueous extract of K. grandifoliola for the management of malaria by traditional medical practitioners is common in West Africa, especially Nigeria. In riparian forest it can sometimes be found together with Khaya grandifoliola. It is threatened by habitat loss. The extracts have proven to fight against the P. falciparum parasite, one of the vectors of malaria in humans. Browse 1,192,000 global plant names, 94,300 detailed descriptions, and 243,000 images with an initial focus on tropical Africa Description. Styles, B.T. Trees & Timbers Brit. (Khaya anthotheca, K. grandifoliola, K. ivorensis, K. senegalensis) Color/Appearance: Heartwood color is variable, ranging from very pale pink to a deeper reddish-brown, sometimes with streaks of medium to dark reddish-brown. It is found in Benin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Guinea, Nigeria, Sudan, Togo, and Uganda. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0, Kew Backbone Distributions It is found in Benin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Guinea, Nigeria, Sudan, Togo, and Uganda. Kew publishing, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Burkina, It has compound, broad leaves. : Bourland N. Ekpe P. 491. & van der Maesen, L.J.G. It is widely distributed across West Africa from the Guinea coast to Cameroon and extending eastward through The International Plant Names Index and World Checklist of Selected Plant Families 2020. Flora of Tropical East Africa. Planing: Timber produced by K. grandifoliola is reported to be more difficult to work than that by K. anthotheca . Taxon rep.: Khaya grandifoliola. Khaya grandifoliola Preferred Common Name; big-leaf mahogany Taxonomic Tree; Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Plantae Phylum: Spermatophyta Subphylum: Angiospermae Class: Dicotyledonae; Uses List; Agroforestry; Erosion control or dune stabilization; Fuelwood; Shade and shelter; Windbreak It is listed as vulnerable by IUCN. English: African mahogany; French: acajou à grandes feuilles; Local Common Names: diala; yalando Featured: Lysimachia arvensis Meliaceae, Hutchinson and Dalziel. We offer the dark red meranti with a density of approx. (1977). The buttressed tree develops a bole that is reported to be often twisted. Fl. © Copyright 2017 International Plant Names Index and World Checklist of Selected Plant Families. 1991, Benin, http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0, Kew Names and Taxonomic Backbone Flora of Tropical East Africa. It generally planes well, but material with irregular grain is reported to be rather difficult to dress to a smooth finish. African Mahogany (scientific names – Khaya anthotheca, Khaya grandifoliola, Khaya ivorensis, Khaya senegalensis) is harder than Honduran Mahogany and is considered to be the lesser version of Honduran Mahogany. It is a photoautotroph. © Copyright 2017 World Checklist of Selected Plant Families. It is a tall, woody tree belonging to the family Meliaceae, and commonly called African Mahogany5. This species is accepted, and its native range is W. Tropical Africa to N. Uganda. For. 2: 118–124, t. 173, 6–10, t. 174, 4–5, in Bull. Description: Common Name(s): African Mahogany Scientific Name: Khaya spp. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0, Flora of West Tropical Africa Preferred Common Name. (Khaya anthotheca, K. grandifoliola, K. ivorensis, K. senegalensis) Distribution: West tropical Africa. Staner & Gilbert in Flore du Congo Belge et du Ruanda-Urundi, 7: 177 (1958). & Beentje, H. (2012). Khaya grandifoliola is native to Africa. Scientific Name: Khaya spp. (1977). Pinnately compound leaves are composed of 4-6 pairs of oblong leaflets with wavy leaf margin and acute apex. Thiombiano, A., Schmidt, M., Dressler, S., Ouédraogo, A., Hahn, K. & Zizka, G. (2012). Khaya grandifoliola demonstrated a better growth performance than Khaya ivorensis in all planting densities with 10% showing the best growth performance for K. grandifoliola (6.44 cm diameter, 4.90 m height and 0.0105 m 3 volume) and 60% for K. ivorensis (5.27 cm … Soc. Emp. Eggeling & Harris, For. Reproduction is monoecious. Large tree growing up to 30 - 35 m tall. Khaya grandifoliola is a medium to large-sized tree that can grow up to 40 metres tall 1958, Meliaceae, Styles & F. White (Department of Plant Sciences, University of Oxford). Color tends to darken with age. Description. Khaya grandifoliola, also called African mahogany, Benin mahogany, large-leaved mahogany, or Senegal mahogany, is a species of plant in the family Meliaceae. Image from Stuppy & Kesseler©Papadakis Publisher. (1948-1963). Average Dried Weight: 40 lbs/ft 3 (640 kg/m 3) Specific Gravity (Basic, 12% MC):.52, .64. Ivory Coast, In general K. ivorensis showed less forking than K. grandifoliola, except at 60% Figure 4) in the density (mixed plantings two years after planting in the field. & al. 1991. Flora of West Tropical Africa Published on the Internet at http://www.ipni.org and http://apps.kew.org/wcsp/ Flora of Tropical East Africa, Meliaceae: 1-67. × (1939). In riparian forest it can sometimes be found together with Khaya grandifoliola. Brundu, G. & Camarda, I. Doses of the extract that were administered daily had no impact on mortality rates, physical appearance or behavior of the rats. Fr. Khaya anthotheca, with the common name East African mahogany, is a large tree species in the Meliaceae family, native to tropical Africa.. Flore Analytique du Bénin: 1-1034. W.J. 10.2305/IUCN.UK.1998.RLTS.T32172A9684738.en, "Medicinal Plants Useful For Malaria Therapy In Okeigbo, Ondo State, Southwest Nigeria", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Khaya_grandifoliola&oldid=909002536, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 2 August 2019, at 11:51. Trunk. Flora of West Tropical Africa, ed. 2005;102:446-449. 3, 39: 15-30. It is found in Benin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Guinea, Nigeria, Sudan, Togo, and Uganda. Sudan, 19B, 1: 51–54 (1940), For. Khaya grandifoliola is native to Africa. Central African Repu, 54, Mém. Ghana, 2, 1: 1-828. Published on the Internet at http://www.ipni.org and http://apps.kew.org/wcsp/ Fr. It is known by a number of other common names, including Nyasaland, Red or White mahogany.Oos-Afrikaanse mahonie is the Afrikaans name and … Conservation checklist of the trees of Uganda: 1-235. Khaya grandifoliola had an average diameter of 6.2 cm and height of 4.8 m and ivorensis Khaya had an av- erage diameter of 4.5 cm and height of 3.9 m (Figure 2 and Figure 3). The efficacy, chemical compositions and toxicological studies of this plant Khaya grandifoliola trees are reported to be smaller than those of K. ivorensis or K. anthotheca . Khaya anthotheca is a large evergreen tree up to 60 m tall (up to 30 m in the garden) with an elongated or rounded, much-branched crown; the trunk is buttressed in old specimens. Specimen ID: 3073279. Jongkind, C. (2014). Appellations : N'GOLLON - ACAJOU BASSAM Family : MELIACEAE Scientific names : KHAYA ANTHOTHECA - IVORENSIS - GRANDIFOLIOLA Provenance : WEST AFRICA AND CENTRAL AFRICA DESCRIPTION OF WOOD Reference color : red brown Aubier : well distinct Grain : way Fil : against the grain Against the grain : lightweight Presence of tension wood and soft heart. Soc. It is a photoautotroph. (2015). A. Engler & O. Drude, Die Vegetation Der Erde, IX, Pflanzenwelt Afrikas 3(1): 803 (1915). Image quality: 1. It occurs up to 1500(–1800) m altitude. All species grow to around 30–35m tall, rarely 45m, with a trunk over 1m diameter, often buttressed at the base. Khaya grandifoliola, also called African mahogany, Benin mahogany, large-leaved mahogany, or Senegal mahogany, is a species of plant in the family Meliaceae. Description and Ethnobotany. Backhuys Publishers. A study was designed to show the effects of the extract on the red blood cells and bone of mice for 3 weeks and 7 day. It is a substitute for Honduras mahogany when pricing is a priority. Description: Common Name(s): African Mahogany Scientific Name: Khaya spp. Catalogue de la Flore de Centrafrique 3: 1-89. 1988;2:30-32. 54, Mém. 8: 10 (1907). (2017). The bark on the young branches is smooth and greyish-brown but smooth to sometimes mottled grey and brown, flaking on the older branches and stems. (1954-1958). Agric. Khaya grandifoliola, also called African mahogany, Benin mahogany, large-leaved mahogany, or Senegal mahogany, is a species of plant in the family Meliaceae.It is found in Benin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Guinea, Nigeria, Sudan, Togo, and Uganda.It is threatened by habitat loss. African Mahogany (scientific names – Khaya anthotheca, Khaya grandifoliola, Khaya ivorensis, Khaya senegalensis) is harder than Honduran Mahogany and is considered to be the lesser version of Honduran Mahogany. Abstract Given its high-valued wood, the African mahogany (Khaya grandifoliola) has been envisaged as a renewable source of tropical hardwoods in Brazil. Janka Hardness: 1,070 lb f (4,760 N) The Plants of Sudan and South Sudan: 1-400. Bot. Eggeling, Indigenous Trees of the Uganda Protectorate, ed. Dark brown to dark red … Specification: Common Name(s): African Mahogany. (2013). Togo, Bot. Catalog no. Khaya is a genus of five species of trees in the mahogany family Meliaceae.The timber of Khaya is called African mahogany, and is valued as a substitute to genuine mahogany (of the genus Swietenia). Reproduction is monoecious. Flora of Tropical East Africa Njikam RN, Njikam N. Curative dose of Khaya grandifoliola. Khaya grandifoliola, also called African mahogany, Benin mahogany, large-leaved mahogany, or Senegal mahogany, is a species of plant in the family Meliaceae. Scientific Name: Khaya spp. Family: MELIACEAE. 10, pl. Project description. Khaya grandifoliola C. DC. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0, © Copyright Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, IPNI - The International Plant Names Index. Abstract. 2: 187, fig. Khayae (Meliaceae) specierum nomenclator Adansonia, sér.
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