Synonym:
Sparmannia africana.
English: African hemp; African linden.
Genus: 7 species.
Region: Africa, South Africa,
Madagascar.
Habitat: open woodland.
Use: ornamental.
BotanyEvergreen shrub or small tree; 3 to 6 m tall; 2–4 m.
Leaves: large, pale green leaves; 21 cm long.
Flowers: white with red and yellow stamens, in clusters; haptonasty, rapid movements made by the stamens when they are touched for more effective pollination.