Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
parasiebenlistii
ID:
336615

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bridson) Lantz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 146: 278 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335947

Common Names

  • Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii
  • Parasiebenlistii Afrocanthium
  • Afrocanthium's Parasiebenlistii

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Synonyms

  • Canthium parasiebenlistii Bridson [valid]

Description

Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii (also called Siebenlist'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 parasiebenlistii is used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii 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 parasiebenlistii

Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii can be found in tropical forests in Africa.

Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii?

Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii

What are the common names of Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii?

African wild olive, African olive, wild olive

What is the natural habitat of Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii?

Afrocanthium parasiebenlistii is found in dry woodlands, savannas, and grasslands in Africa

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-216322: Based on the initial data import
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.
Henrik Lantz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lantz' in the authors string.