Dracaena senegambica
Bowstring Hemp
Also known as: Acyntha senegambica (Baker) Kuntze +2 more
- Acyntha senegambica (Baker) Kuntze
- Sansevieria cornui Gérôme & Labroy
- Sansevieria senegambica Baker
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Asparagaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a rhizomatous geophyte.
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Found natively in Africa, Dracaena senegambica (commonly known as Bowstring Hemp) is a rhizomatous plant belonging to the Asparagaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
West Tropical Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Burkina, Gambia, The, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Mauritania, Senegal, Sierra Leone
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)
Gabon, Hawaii