African jointfir
Gnetum africanum Welw.
Gnetum africanum, known as African jointfir, is a vine species native to tropical Africa. It is a member of the Gnetaceae family and belongs to the genus Gnetum. Despite having leaves, the genus Gnetum is classified as gymnosperms, a group that includes pines and other conifers.
Description
Gnetum africanum was first described in 1869 by Welw. It is found in several countries across tropical Africa, including Angola, Cameroon, the Central African Republic, Congo, Gabon, and Zaïre. As a member of the Gnetaceae family, it is part of a unique group of gymnosperms that differ from typical conifers in their leaf structure and other characteristics. The plant is adapted to the tropical environments of its native range and is one of several species within the Gnetum genus.
Other common names
EruAfrican jointfir
Distribution
Global · Angola · Cameroon · Central African Repu · Congo · Gabon · Zaïre
Synonyms
Thoa africana