Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
913087

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Tosh & Robbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 209 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912422

Common Names

  • Empogona welwitschii
  • Welwitsch's Empogona
  • Empogona Welwitschii

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Description

Empogona welwitschii (also called Welwitsch's Empogona, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy leaves and fragrant white flowers. It is native to Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats such as rainforests and mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Empogona welwitschii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Empogona welwitschii is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Empogona welwitschii is a species of orchid native to Africa. It is a terrestrial orchid which grows in grasslands and savannas. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. The rhizomes should be planted in a well-draining soil mix, and the seed should be sown on a sterile medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Empogona welwitschii

Empogona welwitschii is found in Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and Zambia.

Empogona welwitschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Empogona welwitschii?

Empogona welwitschii

What is the common name of Empogona welwitschii?

African Violet

What is the natural habitat of Empogona welwitschii?

It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa

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-457347: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.
James Tosh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tosh' in the authors string.