Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
chimbuensis
ID:
358421

Status:
valid

Authors:
Philipson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Blumea 30: 410 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357753

Common Names

  • Kibara chimbuensis
  • Chimbu Kibara
  • Kibara

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Description

Kibara chimbuensis (also called Chimbu Kibara, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a sprawling habit and grows up to 60 cm tall. The leaves are ovate and the flowers are yellow-green. It grows in moist soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kibara chimbuensis is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used as a ground cover in dry areas. It can also be used to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kibara chimbuensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kibara chimbuensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Kibara chimbuensis

Kibara chimbuensis can be found in the Chimbu Province of Papua New Guinea

Kibara chimbuensis FAQ

What are the common names of Kibara chimbuensis?

Kibara chimbuensis is commonly known as the African Teak.

What is the natural habitat of Kibara chimbuensis?

Kibara chimbuensis is native to Africa.

What is the growth rate of Kibara chimbuensis?

Kibara chimbuensis has a moderate growth rate of 13-24 inches per year.

Species in the Kibara genus

Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii, Kibara symplocoides, Kibara papuana, Kibara neriifolia, Kibara nitens, Kibara novobritanica, Kibara oblongata, Kibara obtusa, Kibara oliviformis, Kibara perkinsiae, Kibara polyantha, Kibara oligocarpella, Kibara monticola, Kibara myrtoides, Kibara laurifolia, Kibara leachii, Kibara macrantha, Kibara archboldiana, Kibara microphylla, Kibara moluccana, Kibara latifolia, Kibara kostermansii, Kibara ferox, Kibara elongata, Kibara flagelliformis, Kibara formicarum, Kibara fragrans, Kibara fugax, Kibara hartleyi, Kibara elmeri, Kibara aruensis, Kibara chimbuensis, Kibara buergersiana, Kibara bullata, Kibara carrii, Kibara karengana, Kibara katikii, Kibara streimannii, Kibara coriacea,

Species in the Monimiaceae family

Austromatthaea elegans, Carnegieodoxa eximia, Decarydendron helenae, Decarydendron lamii, Decarydendron perrieri, Decarydendron ranomafanense, Ephippiandra domatiata, Ephippiandra madagascariensis, Ephippiandra masoalensis, Ephippiandra microphylla, Ephippiandra myrtoidea, Ephippiandra perrieri, Ephippiandra tsaratanensis, Faika villosa, Grazielanthus arkeocarpus, Hedycarya alternifolia, Hedycarya angustifolia, Hedycarya aragoensis, Hedycarya arborea, Hedycarya badaunii, Hedycarya chrysophylla, Hedycarya cupulata, Hedycarya denticulata, Hedycarya dorstenioides, Hedycarya engleriana, Hedycarya erythrocarpa, Hedycarya loxocarya, Hedycarya neoebudica, Hedycarya parvifolia, Hedycarya perbracteolata, Hedycarya rivularis, Hedycarya symplocoides, Hedycarya baudouinii, Hemmantia webbii, Hennecartia omphalandra, Hortonia floribunda, Hortonia ovalifolia, Hortonia angustifolia, Kairoa suberosa, Kairoa endressiana, Kairoa villosa, Kairoa cromeana, Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii,