Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ankaranensis
ID:
336735

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.-F.Leroy ex A.P.Davis & Rakotonas.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 23: 339 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336067

Common Names

  • Coffea ankaranensis
  • Ankaranensis Coffea
  • Coffea

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Description

Coffea ankaranensis (also called 'Ankarana Coffee', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It has an upright habit and produces small yellow flowers. Its native regions include Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania. It is commonly found in dry grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Coffea ankaranensis is used to make coffee and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coffea ankaranensis has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coffea ankaranensis is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Coffea ankaranensis

Coffea ankaranensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Coffea ankaranensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coffea ankaranensis?

Coffea ankaranensis

What is the family of Coffea ankaranensis?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Coffea ankaranensis?

Ankaranensis Coffea

Species in the Coffea genus

Coffea ankaranensis, Coffea bakossii, Coffea bridsoniae, Coffea kihansiensis, Coffea minutiflora, Coffea moratii, Coffea sambavensis, Coffea vohemarensis, Coffea fotsoana, Coffea mapiana, Coffea boinensis, Coffea labatii, Coffea namorokensis, Coffea bissetiae, Coffea charrieriana, Coffea ambongensis, Coffea pterocarpa, Coffea abbayesii, Coffea affinis, Coffea alleizettei, Coffea ambanjensis, Coffea andrambovatensis, Coffea arabica, Coffea arenesiana, Coffea augagneuri, Coffea benghalensis, Coffea bertrandi, Coffea betamponensis, Coffea boiviniana, Coffea bonnieri, Coffea brevipes, Coffea buxifolia, Coffea canephora, Coffea carrissoi, Coffea cochinchinensis, Coffea commersoniana, Coffea congensis, Coffea costatifructa, Coffea coursiana, Coffea dactylifera, Coffea decaryana, Coffea dubardi, Coffea ebracteolata, Coffea eugenioides, Coffea fadenii, Coffea farafanganensis, Coffea floresiana, Coffea fragilis, Coffea fragrans, Coffea gallienii,

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-216436: Based on the initial data import
Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.
Aaron Paul Davis (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Davis' in the authors string.
Franck Rakotonasolo (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rakotonas.' in the authors string.