Coffea mongensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bridson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 36: 829 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911626
Common Names
- Coffea Mongensis
- Mongensis Coffee Plant
- Mongensis Coffea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coffea mongensis (also called Mongense Coffee, among many other common names) is a small shrub with oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in moist soils in tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Coffea mongensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its beans are used for making coffee.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coffea mongensis has small white flowers with yellow centres and a sweet scent. The seed is small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coffea mongensis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is an evergreen plant with dark green, glossy leaves. It produces white flowers with a sweet fragrance and red berries. The berries contain two seeds which can be used to propagate the plant. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and should be protected from strong winds. It is also susceptible to frost and should be protected during cold weather.
Where to Find Coffea mongensis
Coffea mongensis is native to the island of Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and northern parts of the island.
Coffea mongensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coffea mongensis?
Coffea mongensis
What is the common name of Coffea mongensis?
Mongens Coffee
What type of plant is Coffea mongensis?
Shrub
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-45652: Based on the initial data import
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.