Afrostyrax lepidophyllus

(Afrostyrax lepidophyllus)

galery

Description

Afrostyrax lepidophyllus is a species of plant in the Huaceae family. It is found in Cameroon, Gabon, and Ghana. It is threatened by habitat loss. Bark extract of Afrostyrax lepidophyllus has shown pesticidal activity against nematodes and arthropods, including insecticide-resistant strains of lice and blowflies.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum:
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order:Oxalidales
Family:Huaceae
Genus:Afrostyrax
News coming your way
The biggest news about our planet delivered to you each day
Subscribe