Aframomum of Sangha

Identification Aframomum species in the Sangha Trinational Area, central Africa

NOTES ON THE GENUS AFRAMOMUM ZINGIBERACEAE 4. THE SAVANNA SPECIES

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:1979
Authors:J. M. Lock
Journal:Bulletin du Jardin Botanique National de Belgique
Volume:49
Pagination:179-184
Abstract:

The savanna plants of the genus Aframomum are reviewed, and it is concluded that there is only 1 widespread species in Africa [A. alboviolaceum (Ridley) K. Schum.]. A description and synonymy are provided, and variation is described.

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