African Jointfir
Gnetum africanum
- Native to:
- Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, DR Congo, Gabon
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Gnetophyta | - Mormon tea and other gnetophytes
- Family:
- Gnetaceae
- Genus:
- Gnetum
- Species:
- Gnetum africanum
- USDA Symbol:
- GNAF
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 1000 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, small mammals
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- thrives in forest understorey with high organic matter