Status:
valid
Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Lantz
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 146: 278 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335940
Common Names
- Afrocanthium gilfillanii
- Gilfillanii Afrocanthium
- Afrocanthium's Gilfillanii
Synonyms
- Plectronia gilfillani N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Plectronia macleana Bolus ex Burtt Davy [unknown]
- Plectronia velutina Conrath ex Burtt Davy [unknown]
- Canthium gilfillanii (N.E.Br.) O.B.Mill. [valid]
Description
Afrocanthium gilfillanii (also called Gilfillan's Afrocanthium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Africa. It has an upright growth habit with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Afrocanthium gilfillanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Afrocanthium gilfillanii is white, with 6 petals, and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Afrocanthium gilfillanii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a stem cutting with a few leaves and place it in a rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist.
Where to Find Afrocanthium gilfillanii
Afrocanthium gilfillanii can be found in tropical forests in Africa.
Afrocanthium gilfillanii FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Afrocanthium gilfillanii?
Afrocanthium gilfillanii prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the ideal light level for Afrocanthium gilfillanii?
Afrocanthium gilfillanii prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal humidity level for Afrocanthium gilfillanii?
Afrocanthium gilfillanii prefers high humidity levels of at least 50%.
Species in the Afrocanthium genus
Afrocanthium burttii,
Afrocanthium gilfillanii,
Afrocanthium keniense,
Afrocanthium kilifiense,
Afrocanthium lactescens,
Afrocanthium mundianum,
Afrocanthium ngonii,
Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii,
Afrocanthium peteri,
Afrocanthium pseudorandii,
Afrocanthium pseudoverticillatum,
Afrocanthium racemulosum,
Afrocanthium rondoense,
Afrocanthium salubenii,
Afrocanthium shabanii,
Afrocanthium siebenlistii,
Afrocanthium vollesenii,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
Henrik Lantz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lantz' in the authors string.