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Scottellia klaineana

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Scottellia klaineana
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Malpighiales
Family: Achariaceae
Genus: Scottellia
Species:
S. klaineana
Binomial name
Scottellia klaineana
Pierre
Synonyms[1]

Scottellia gossweileri Exell

Scottellia klaineana is a species of tree native to West and Central Africa. It usually grows to a height of about 20 m (66 ft) but can grow taller. It has a straight, cylindrical trunk up to 70 cm (28 in) in diameter, and may have flutings or buttresses at the base. The timber is used for construction, panelling, joinery, furniture-making, cabinet work, carpentry, flooring, stairs, turnery and veneers.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Scottellia klaineana Pierre". The Plant List. Retrieved 5 June 2019.
  2. ^ Fern, Ken (13 April 2019). "Scottellia klaineana". Useful Tropical Plants Database. Retrieved 5 June 2019.