Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuiflora
ID:
221407

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Bridson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41: 982 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220736

Common Names

  • Keetia tenuiflora
  • Slender-flowered Keetia
  • Slender-flowered False Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Plectronia angustiflora De Wild. [unknown]
  • Plectronia rutshuruensis De Wild. [unknown]
  • Plectronia tenuiflora (Welw. ex Hiern) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Canthium brownii Bullock [valid]
  • Canthium tenuiflorum Welw. ex Hiern [valid]

Description

Keetia tenuiflora (also called Slender-flowered Keetia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 4 m tall, with simple, opposite leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Keetia tenuiflora 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 tenuiflora

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

Keetia tenuiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Keetia tenuiflora?

Keetia tenuiflora

What is the family of Keetia tenuiflora?

Asteraceae

Where is Keetia tenuiflora found?

Central and South America

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-105699: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.