Status:
valid
Authors:
Stoff. & Robbr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Taxon 46: 39 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911395
Common Names
- Magnistipula Coffee
- Magnistipula Coffea
- Magnistipula Coffea
Description
Coffea magnistipula (also called Madura Coffee, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has dark green leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical rainforests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Coffea magnistipula is used to make coffee and is known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also used as a stimulant to help with mental alertness and focus.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coffea magnistipula has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coffea magnistipula is a tropical plant native to Madagascar. It is a shrub or small tree with dark green leaves and white flowers. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-drained, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly, but not to overwater it. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two to three months.
Where to Find Coffea magnistipula
Coffea magnistipula can be found in the tropical forests of Madagascar.
Coffea magnistipula FAQ
What is the common name of Coffea magnistipula?
Magnificent Coffee
What is the scientific name of Magnificent Coffee?
Coffea magnistipula
What is the natural habitat of Coffea magnistipula?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa
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
Piet Stoffelen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stoff.' in the authors string.