Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
rupestris
ID:
265096

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Robbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 51: 369 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264428

Common Names

  • Argocoffeopsis rupestris
  • Rupestris Argocoffeopsis
  • Rupestris's Argocoffeopsis

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Synonyms

  • Argocoffea rupestris (Hiern) Lebrun [valid]
  • Coffea rupestris Hiern [valid]

Description

Argocoffeopsis rupestris (also called 'Rock 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 rupestris is used as a source of timber for furniture and construction. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Argocoffeopsis rupestris sub. rupestris
Argocoffeopsis rupestris sub. thonneri (Lebrun) Robbr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argocoffeopsis rupestris 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 rupestris 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 rupestris

Argocoffeopsis rupestris is native to Ethiopia and can be found in the region of Oromia.

Argocoffeopsis rupestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argocoffeopsis rupestris?

Argocoffeopsis rupestris

What is the common name of Argocoffeopsis rupestris?

Rock argocoffeopsis

What type of plant is Argocoffeopsis rupestris?

Herb

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-14752: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.