Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
semiensis
ID:
523364

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Gay ex A.Rich.) A.Berger

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 18a: 467 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522696

Common Names

  • Afrovivella
  • Semiensis
  • Semien Vivella

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Synonyms

  • Umbilicus semiensis J.Gay ex A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Rosularia semiensis (J.Gay ex A.Rich.) H.Ohba [unknown]

Description

Afrovivella semiensis (also called Semiensis vivella, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical forests, woodlands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Afrovivella semiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuel wood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Afrovivella semiensis has small, white, star-shaped flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afrovivella semiensis is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Africa. It is a slow-growing species, reaching a height of up to 2 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Afrovivella semiensis

Afrovivella semiensis is native to Ethiopia.

Afrovivella semiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afrovivella semiensis?

Afrovivella semiensis

What is the common name of Afrovivella semiensis?

Semien Afrovivella

Where is Afrovivella semiensis native to?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Afrovivella genus

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2624952: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.
Jaques Étienne Gay (1786-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Gay' in the authors string.