Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
bojeri
ID:
911521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Naturw. Reise Mossambique 6(1): 294 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000910856

Common Names

  • Agathisanthemum Bojeri
  • Bojeri Agathisanthemum
  • Bojeri Grass

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Description

Agathisanthemum bojeri (also called Bojer's Coffee, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, where it is found in lowland rainforest habitats. It is a small tree with dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Agathisanthemum bojeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in some perfumes. It is also used to make a type of wood, known as Bojeri wood.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Agathisanthemum bojeri sub. angolense (Bremek.) Verdc.
Agathisanthemum bojeri sub. bojeri
Agathisanthemum bojeri var. linearifolia Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agathisanthemum bojeri has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and green with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agathisanthemum bojeri is a shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Agathisanthemum bojeri

Agathisanthemum bojeri is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in the countries of Thailand and Malaysia.

Agathisanthemum bojeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agathisanthemum bojeri?

Agathisanthemum bojeri

What is the common name of Agathisanthemum bojeri?

Agathisanthemum

What type of plant is Agathisanthemum bojeri?

Evergreen shrub

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,

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