Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bipinnatum
ID:
797081

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Philipp. Gov. Lab. Bur. Bull. 27: 53 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796414

Common Names

  • Canthium bipinnatum
  • Bipinnate Coffeebush
  • Bipinnate Coffeebush

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Description

Canthium bipinnatum (also called two-pinnate canthium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the coffee family, Rubiaceae. It is native to India and is found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. It grows in dry, sunny areas, often in woodlands or grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Canthium bipinnatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Canthium bipinnatum are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canthium bipinnatum is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Canthium bipinnatum

Canthium bipinnatum is native to India and can be found in the dry woodlands of the region.

Canthium bipinnatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canthium bipinnatum?

Canthium bipinnatum

What is the common name of Canthium bipinnatum?

Bipinnate Canthium

What is the natural habitat of Canthium bipinnatum?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Canthium genus

Canthium aciculatum, Canthium angustifolium, Canthium arboreum, Canthium aurantiacum, Canthium berberidifolium, Canthium bipinnatum, Canthium brunneum, Canthium calvum, Canthium cambodianum, Canthium campanulatum, Canthium cavaleriei, Canthium ciliatum, Canthium coffeoides, Canthium congestiflorum, Canthium cordatum, Canthium coromandelicum, Canthium depressinerve, Canthium ellipticum, Canthium fenicis, Canthium ferrugineum, Canthium filipendulum, Canthium fraternum, Canthium glaucum, Canthium gracilipes, Canthium hirtellum, Canthium hispido-nervosum, Canthium horridulum, Canthium horridum, Canthium inerme, Canthium korthalsianum, Canthium kuntzeanum, Canthium laeve, Canthium lasianthoides, Canthium libericum, Canthium longipes, Canthium lucidum, Canthium macrocarpum, Canthium megacarpum, Canthium megistocarpum, Canthium merrillianum, Canthium merrillii, Canthium mite, Canthium molle, Canthium moluccanum, Canthium oblongum, Canthium oligocarpum, Canthium parvifolium, Canthium paucinervium, Canthium pedunculare, Canthium polyanthum,

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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