Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
eketensis
ID:
265051

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wernham) Robbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 56: 158 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264383

Common Names

  • Argocoffeopsis eketensis
  • Eketensis Argocoffeopsis
  • Eketensis Argocoffeopsis Tree

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Synonyms

  • Argocoffea jasminoides (Welw. ex Hiern) Lebrun [valid]
  • Psilanthus jasminoides Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]
  • Coffea eketensis Wernham [valid]
  • Coffea jasminoides Welw. ex Hiern [illegitimate]
  • Coffea jasminoides trillesiana Pierre ex De Wild. [valid]
  • Coffea nigerina A.Chev. [valid]

Description

Argocoffeopsis eketensis (also called Eketensis Coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula, and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Argocoffeopsis eketensis is used as a source of timber for furniture and construction. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argocoffeopsis eketensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long stem and a single, small, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argocoffeopsis eketensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Argocoffeopsis eketensis

Argocoffeopsis eketensis is native to Nigeria and can be found in the state of Akwa Ibom.

Argocoffeopsis eketensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argocoffeopsis eketensis?

Argocoffeopsis eketensis

What is the family of Argocoffeopsis eketensis?

Rubiaceae

Where is Argocoffeopsis eketensis found?

Nigeria

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-14747: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Fuller Wernham (1879-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wernham' in the authors string.
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.