Monodora grandidieri

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Monodora grandidieri is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is native to Madagascar, where it is found in the eastern and northern regions of the island. The species was named in honor of the French botanist Alfred Grandidier, who made significant contributions to the study of Madagascar's flora.

Description

Monodora grandidieri is a tree that can grow up to 20 meters in height. The leaves are simple, alternate, and oblong, with a glossy green appearance. The flowers are large, showy, and fragrant, typically white or cream-colored with purple spots. The fruit is a large, woody capsule containing numerous seeds.

Habitat

This species thrives in tropical rainforests and is often found in lowland and mid-altitude forests. It prefers well-drained soils and can be found at elevations ranging from sea level to 1,000 meters.

Uses

The wood of Monodora grandidieri is used locally for construction and making tools. The seeds are sometimes used in traditional medicine, although specific uses and preparations are not well-documented.

Conservation Status

Monodora grandidieri is not currently listed on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. However, like many species in Madagascar, it may be threatened by deforestation and habitat loss.

Taxonomy

• Kingdom: Plantae
• Clade: Angiosperms
• Clade: Magnoliids
• Order: Magnoliales
• Family: Annonaceae
• Genus: Monodora
• Species: M. grandidieri

See also

• List of Annonaceae genera
• Flora of Madagascar
• Tropical rainforest