Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
schimperi
ID:
337409

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.DC.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Afr. Ital. 10(11-12): 11 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336741

Common Names

  • Acokanthera schimperi
  • Schimper's Acokanthera
  • Acokanthera

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Synonyms

  • Arduina schimperi Baill. [unknown]
  • Acokanthera abyssinica K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Acokanthera deflersii Schweinf. ex L.Lewin [unknown]
  • Acokanthera friesiorum Markgr. [unknown]
  • Acokanthera ouabaio Cathel. ex L.Lewin [unknown]
  • Acokanthera scabra Schweinf. ex Markgr. [unknown]
  • Acokanthera schimperi ouabaio (Cathelineau ex Lewin) Cufod. [unknown]
  • Carissa deflersii (Schweinf. ex Markgr.) Pichon [unknown]
  • Carissa friesiorum (Markgr.) Cufod. [unknown]
  • Carissa inepta Perrot & Vogt [unknown]
  • Carissa schimperi A.DC. [unknown]
  • Acokanthera schimperi Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Acokanthera schimperi (also called Schimper's Acokanthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is an evergreen tree, native to New Guinea, and grows in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acokanthera schimperi is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make furniture and construction materials.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acokanthera schimperi is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acokanthera schimperi is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 3 meters in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Acokanthera schimperi

Acokanthera schimperi can be found in the tropical forests of East Africa.

Acokanthera schimperi FAQ

What is the common name of Acokanthera schimperi?

Common name of Acokanthera schimperi is Schimperi myrtle

What is the natural habitat of Acokanthera schimperi?

The natural habitat of Acokanthera schimperi is dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands

What is the flowering season of Acokanthera schimperi?

The flowering season of Acokanthera schimperi is from August to October

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2171: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Georg August Schweinfurth (1836-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.