Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 10: 141 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796999
Common Names
- Canthium Depressinerve
- Depressinerve Canthium
- Depressinerve's Canthium
Description
Canthium depressinerve (also called 'Depressinerved Canthium' and 'Depressinerved Wild Coffee', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It typically grows in dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Canthium depressinerve is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can be used as a hedge or border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Canthium depressinerve is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Canthium depressinerve is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -7°C. It can be pruned to shape and will flower in late spring and summer.
Where to Find Canthium depressinerve
Canthium depressinerve is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands.
Canthium depressinerve FAQ
What is the scientific name of Canthium depressinerve?
Canthium depressinerve
What type of plant is Canthium depressinerve?
Canthium depressinerve is a shrub or small tree
What is the natural habitat of Canthium depressinerve?
Canthium depressinerve is native to tropical Africa
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,