Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Chev.) Robbr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 51: 365 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264408
Common Names
- Argocoffeopsis lemblinii
- Lemblinii Argocoffeopsis
- Lemblinii's Argocoffeopsis
Synonyms
- Argocoffea lemblini (A.Chev.) J.-F.Leroy [valid]
- Randia lemblinii A.Chev. [valid]
- Coffea lemblinii (A.Chev.) Keay [valid]
- Coffea lemblini A.Chev. [invalid]
Description
Argocoffeopsis lemblinii (also called 'Lemblin's 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 lemblinii 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 lemblinii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argocoffeopsis lemblinii is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. Propagate by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Argocoffeopsis lemblinii
Argocoffeopsis lemblinii is native to Ethiopia and can be found in the region of Oromia.
Argocoffeopsis lemblinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argocoffeopsis lemblinii?
Argocoffeopsis lemblinii
What is the family of Argocoffeopsis lemblinii?
Rubiaceae
Where is Argocoffeopsis lemblinii found?
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Species in the Argocoffeopsis genus
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,