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Aframomum

Aframomum
Aframomum zambesiacum foliage.JPG
The nangawo (Aframomum zambesiacum)
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
(unranked): Angiosperms
(unranked): Monocots
(unranked): Commelinids
Order: Zingiberales
Family: Zingiberaceae
Genus: Aframomum
K.Schum
Synonyms
  • Alexis Salisb., without description
  • Marogna Salisb., without description

Aframomum is a genus in the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. It is widespread across tropical Africa as well as on some islands of the Indian Ocean (Madagascar, Seychelles, Mauritius). It is represented by approximately 50 species. It is larger than other genera in its family. Species are perennials and produce colorful flowers.



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