Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
533770

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mast.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 1: 580 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533102

Common Names

  • Anacolosa griffithii
  • Griffith's Anacolosa
  • Griffith's False-broom

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Description

Anacolosa griffithii (also called Griffith's Corkwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anacolosa griffithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of timber for furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anacolosa griffithii flowers are white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacolosa griffithii is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Anacolosa griffithii

Anacolosa griffithii can be found in the wild in South Africa.

Anacolosa griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anacolosa griffithii?

Anacolosa griffithii

What is the common name of Anacolosa griffithii?

Griffith's Anacolosa

What is the natural habitat of Anacolosa griffithii?

It is native to Brazil and Venezuela.

Species in the Olacaceae family

Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,

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