Melanodendron

Melanodendron integrifolium (black cabbage tree) is one of the endemic trees in the family Asteraceae from the island of Saint Helena (South Atlantic Ocean). It is related to the Saint Helenan gumwoods (Commidendrum spp.) and is the commonest of the remaining cabbage tree species of Saint Helena, although it is considered endangered due to the restricted population size.

Black cabbage tree
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Melanodendron
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M. integrifolium
Binomial name
Melanodendron integrifolium

See also

References

  • Cronk, Q.C.B. (1995) The endemic Flora of St Helena. Anthony Nelson Ltd, Oswestry.


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