Coffea mapiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sonké, Nguembou & A.P.Davis
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 151: 426 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805564
Common Names
- Coffea mapiana
- Mapiana
- Coffea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coffea mapiana (also called 'Mapian Coffee', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central America and Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Coffea mapiana is used as a source of caffeine and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coffea mapiana is white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, black, shiny, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coffea mapiana is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by cuttings or seed.
Where to Find Coffea mapiana
Coffea mapiana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Tanzania.
Coffea mapiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coffea mapiana?
Coffea mapiana
What is the growth rate of Coffea mapiana?
Coffea mapiana grows at a moderate rate.
What is the best soil type for Coffea mapiana?
Coffea mapiana prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
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-343855: Based on the initial data import
Aaron Paul Davis (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Davis' in the authors string.
Bonaventure Sonké (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sonké' in the authors string.
Charlemagne Nguembou Kamgang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nguembou' in the authors string.