Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Brongn.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat. (Paris) 8: 384 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556880
Common Names
- Audouinia capitata
- Capitate Audouinia
- Capitate False Foxglove
Synonyms
- Diosma capitata L. [unknown]
Description
Audouinia capitata (also called Capitate Audouinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and grows in moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Audouinia capitata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It has a high tolerance for drought and is also used in erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Audouinia capitata has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Audouinia capitata is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Audouinia capitata
Audouinia capitata can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.
Audouinia capitata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Audouinia capitata?
Audouinia capitata
What is the common name of Audouinia capitata?
Capitate Audouinia
What is the natural habitat of Audouinia capitata?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Audouinia genus
Species in the Bruniaceae family
Audouinia capitata,
Audouinia laxa,
Audouinia laevis,
Audouinia esterhuyseniae,
Audouinia hispida,
Berzelia abrotanoides,
Berzelia alopecuroides,
Berzelia arachnoidea,
Berzelia burchellii,
Berzelia commutata,
Berzelia cordifolia,
Berzelia dregeana,
Berzelia ecklonii,
Berzelia galpinii,
Berzelia incurva,
Berzelia intermedia,
Berzelia lanuginosa,
Berzelia rubra,
Berzelia squarrosa,
Berzelia albiflora,
Berzelia stokoei,
Berzelia alopecurioides,
Brunia cordata,
Brunia fragarioides,
Brunia laevis,
Brunia macrocephala,
Brunia microphylla,
Brunia neglecta,
Brunia noduliflora,
Brunia paleacea,
Brunia phylicoides,
Brunia squalida,
Brunia villosa,
Brunia virgata,
Brunia palustris,
Brunia compacta,
Brunia barnardii,
Brunia monostyla,
Brunia africana,
Brunia purpurea,
Brunia pentandra,
Brunia sphaerocephala,
Brunia monogyna,
Brunia powrieae,
Brunia oblongifolia,
Brunia pillansii,
Brunia esterhuyseniae,
Brunia trigyna,
Brunia schlechteri,
Brunia callunoides,