Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
caryophyllata
ID:
221267

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Nicolson & Suresh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Taxon 35: 354 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220596

Common Names

  • Kamettia caryophyllata
  • Caryophyllata Kamettia
  • Kamettia's Caryophyllata

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Synonyms

  • Kamettia malabarica Kostel. [illegitimate]
  • Aganosma roxburghii G.Don [illegitimate]
  • Ellertonia rheedei Wight [illegitimate]

Description

Kamettia caryophyllata (also called Clove-scented Kamettia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and grows in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kamettia caryophyllata is used for its ornamental value in landscaping and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kamettia caryophyllata has small white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small with a single pair of cotyledons and a few short hairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kamettia caryophyllata is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Kamettia caryophyllata

Kamettia caryophyllata is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrubland.

Kamettia caryophyllata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kamettia caryophyllata?

Kamettia caryophyllata

What is the common name of Kamettia caryophyllata?

Kamettia

What type of plant is Kamettia caryophyllata?

Herb

Species in the Kamettia genus

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-105551: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Dan Henry Nicolson (1933-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nicolson' in the authors string.
C.R. Suresh (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suresh' in the authors string.