Erythrophleum ivorense

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sources: Wikidata

Distribution

This plant is primarily found within the West Tropical Africa region. Its distribution encompasses several specific countries located across this tropical belt. Specifically, it can be located in Ghana and Guinea-Bissau. The species also inhabits the territories of Guinea and Liberia. Finally, its presence is recorded within the Ivory Coast.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Erythrophele ivorense is defined by its specific niche within tropical ecosystems, where it is relatively common in dense primary forest environments. Thriving in these undisturbed habitats, the species relies on the stable microclimates, consistent moisture levels, and complex canopy structures characteristic of old-growth forest systems. Its presence in these high-density areas suggests a strong adaptation to the shaded understory or mid-canopy layers, where it benefits from the nutrient-rich organic matter and the specialized biotic interactions found within primary forest communities.

Habitat :

relatively common in dense primary forest

Life history

The life history of Erythrophleum ivorense is characterized by its classification as a perennial plant, ensuring its presence in its natural habitat across multiple growing seasons. As a phanerophyte, its regenerative buds are located high above the ground on aerial shoots, a structural adaptation that defines its growth habit and survival strategy. This species maintains an evergreen deciduousness, retaining its foliage throughout the year rather than shedding it seasonally. Its life form is consistently identified as a phanerophyte, reflecting a robust developmental pattern suited to its ecological niche.

Deciduousness :

evergreen

Life form :

phanerophyte

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Erythrophele ivorense is characterized by its substantial growth form as a woody tree. It is a self-supporting, non-climbing species that functions as an independent organism, neither acting as a parasite nor as an epiphyte, maintaining a terrestrial existence. This tree reaches impressive dimensions, with a mean plant height of approximately 30 m and the potential to reach a maximum height of up to 39.62 m.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

39.62448183 m

Plant height mean:

30 m

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiology of Erythrophele ivorense is characterized by a C3 photosynthetic pathway, which involves the direct fixation of atmospheric carbon dioxide through the Calvin cycle using the enzyme RuBisCO. This metabolic process is typical of many forest-dwelling species that operate under moderate light and temperature conditions. Additionally, the plant functions as a nitrogen fixer, possessing the biological capacity to convert atmospheric nitrogen into more readily usable forms, thereby enhancing its nutrient uptake and contributing to the nitrogen cycling within its ecosystem.

Nitrogen fixer :

yes

Photosynthetic pathway :

C3

Reproduction

The reproduction of Erythrophleum ivorense is characterized by a specific seasonal flowering pattern that dictates its reproductive cycle. The flowering period begins in February and concludes in March, indicating a relatively concentrated window for pollination and subsequent seed development. While the onset and duration of these reproductive stages can be variable depending on environmental conditions, the primary flowering activity is concentrated within this early part of the year.

Flowering time :

Feb

Flowering time :

Mar

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Erythrophleum ivorense has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf, stem.

Leaf

1. Journal of parasitology research

Stem

1. Journal of parasitology research

Conditions

Erythrophleum ivorense has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Schistosomiasis.

Schistosomiasis

1. Journal of parasitology research

Preparations

Erythrophleum ivorense has 1 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Methanol leaf and stem bark extracts.

Methanol leaf and stem bark extracts

1. Journal of parasitology research