Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
kivuensis
ID:
265068

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 51: 366 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264400

Common Names

  • Argocoffeopsis kivuensis
  • Kivu Argocoffeopsis
  • Kivu's Argocoffeopsis

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Description

Argocoffeopsis kivuensis (also called 'Kivu Coffee', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Africa. It grows in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Argocoffeopsis kivuensis 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 kivuensis is white or yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argocoffeopsis kivuensis 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 kivuensis

Argocoffeopsis kivuensis is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and can be found in the provinces of North Kivu and South Kivu.

Argocoffeopsis kivuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argocoffeopsis kivuensis?

Argocoffeopsis kivuensis

What is the family of Argocoffeopsis kivuensis?

Rubiaceae

Where is Argocoffeopsis kivuensis found?

Democratic Republic of the Congo

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-14749: Based on the initial data import
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.