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General Information

Memecylon magnifoliatum is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing up to 3 metres tall[].
The plant is harvested from the wild for local use of its wood.
This species has a restricted range and this is under threat is from conversion of habitat for agriculture and cutting the plant for use as poles. Given that this species fruits on its branches, this means that the pole cutting is directly affecting its reproduction. There is a continuing decline in the extent and quality of habitat of this species. The plant is classified as 'Endangered' in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species(2013)[].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

East tropical Africa - Tanzania.

Habitat

Evergreen lowland forest[].

Properties

Conservation Status	Endangered
Other Uses Rating
Habit	Evergreen Shrub
Height	2.00 m
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

We have no specific information for this species, but in general the species in this genus succeed in full sun or in partial shade, growing best in a moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The wood is hard, heavy, close-grained and durable. It is generally of too small a size for timber, but is favoured locally for its straight stems, which are used as poles[].
We have no more specific information for this species, but in general the wood of Memecylon species is usually white to brown, very dense and heavy, sinking in water. It is also often very durable. Where the wood gets large enough it is often used traditionally for purposes such as poles, house posts, lumber and furniture[].
The wood of many species in the genus has a high calorific value and is often favoured as a fuel and for making charcoal[].

Propagation

Seed -
Air layering

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