Neocarya macrophylla
Gingerbread Plum
Also known as: Ferolia macrophylla (Sabine) Kuntze +3 more
- Ferolia macrophylla (Sabine) Kuntze
- Parinari senegalensis Perr. ex DC.
- Petrocarya macrophylla (Sabine) Steud.
- Petrocarya senegalensis (Perr. ex DC.) Steud.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Chrysobalanaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Naturally occurring in Africa, Neocarya macrophylla (commonly known as Gingerbread-Plum) is a tree belonging to the Chrysobalanaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northeast Tropical Africa, West Tropical Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Gambia, The, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Sudan
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Panama