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Oncoba spinosa

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Oncoba spinosa

Family Name: Salicaceae
Common Name: Fried Egg Tree, Snuff-box Tree

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Name Status (botanical)
Common Names
Comments

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants)
Plant Growth Form Tree
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial
Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic

Biogeography

Native Distribution Arabian Peninsula and Africa
Native Habitat Terrestrial
Local Conservation Status Non-native

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Flowers

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate

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Master ID 30188
Species ID 4497
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Species record last updated on: 05 July 2023.
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