Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hutch. & Dalz.) Bridson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41: 991 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220741
Common Names
- Keetia venosissima
- Very Veiny Keetia
- Very Veiny False Daisy
Synonyms
- Canthium venosissimum Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]
Description
Keetia venosissima (also called Veiny 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 venosissima is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Keetia venosissima 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Keetia venosissima 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 venosissima
Keetia venosissima is found in tropical Africa, from Nigeria to Angola and south to Namibia and South Africa.
Keetia venosissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Keetia venosissima?
Keetia venosissima
What is the family of Keetia venosissima?
Asteraceae
Where is Keetia venosissima found?
Central and South America
Species in the Keetia genus
Keetia acuminata,
Keetia angustifolia,
Keetia carmichaelii,
Keetia cornelia,
Keetia ferruginea,
Keetia foetida,
Keetia gracilis,
Keetia gueinzii,
Keetia hispida,
Keetia inaequilatera,
Keetia koritschoneri,
Keetia leucantha,
Keetia lukei,
Keetia lulandensis,
Keetia mannii,
Keetia molundensis,
Keetia multiflora,
Keetia ornata,
Keetia procteri,
Keetia purpurascens,
Keetia purseglovei,
Keetia ripae,
Keetia rubens,
Keetia rufivillosa,
Keetia rwandensis,
Keetia tenuiflora,
Keetia venosa,
Keetia venosissima,
Keetia zanzibarica,
Keetia bridsoniae,
Keetia obovata,
Keetia bakossiorum,
Keetia susu,
Keetia futa,
Keetia davidii,
Keetia namoyae,
Keetia mwasumbii,
Keetia semsei,
Keetia abouabou,
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,