Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
221398

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schumach. & Thonn.) Bridson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41: 988 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220727

Common Names

  • Multiflora Keetia
  • Multiflora
  • Keetia

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Synonyms

  • Pavetta parviflora Smeathman ex DC. [illegitimate]
  • Pavetta smeathmanni DC. [valid]
  • Psychotria multiflora Thonn. [valid]
  • Canthium kitsonii S.Moore [valid]
  • Canthium multiflorum Hiern [valid]

Description

Keetia multiflora (also called Many-Flowered Keetia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, leathery leaves. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Keetia multiflora is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Keetia multiflora is yellow, with four petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Keetia multiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Keetia multiflora

Keetia multiflora is found in tropical Africa, from Nigeria to Angola and south to Namibia and South Africa.

Keetia multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Keetia multiflora?

Keetia multiflora

What is the common name of Keetia multiflora?

Many-flowered Snake Root

What is the natural habitat of Keetia multiflora?

Tropical rainforests

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-105690: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.