Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
keenanii
ID:
247282

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 87 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246614

Common Names

  • Mussaenda Keenanii
  • Royal Mantle
  • Flamingo Flower

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Description

Mussaenda keenanii (also called Keenan's Mussaenda, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of Africa. It has glossy green leaves and bright red flowers with yellow centers. It is found in tropical forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Mussaenda keenanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow and white flower and is drought tolerant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, skin diseases, and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mussaenda keenanii is white with yellowish-green tips, and has a five-lobed corolla. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mussaenda keenanii is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Mussaenda keenanii

Mussaenda keenanii is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Mussaenda keenanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mussaenda keenanii?

Mussaenda keenanii

What is the family of Mussaenda keenanii?

Rubiaceae

What is the native range of Mussaenda keenanii?

India

Species in the Mussaenda genus

Mussaenda acuminata, Mussaenda acuminatissima, Mussaenda aestuarii, Mussaenda afzelii, Mussaenda afzelioides, Mussaenda albiflora, Mussaenda angolensis, Mussaenda angustisepala, Mussaenda anisophylla, Mussaenda antiloga, Mussaenda aptera, Mussaenda arcuata, Mussaenda attenuifolia, Mussaenda bammleri, Mussaenda benguetensis, Mussaenda bevanii, Mussaenda bityensis, Mussaenda bodenii, Mussaenda bonii, Mussaenda borbonica, Mussaenda brachygyna, Mussaenda breviloba, Mussaenda cambodiana, Mussaenda celebica, Mussaenda chevalieri, Mussaenda chingii, Mussaenda chippii, Mussaenda chlorantha, Mussaenda chrysotricha, Mussaenda conopharyngiifolia, Mussaenda cordifolia, Mussaenda corymbosa, Mussaenda cylindrocarpa, Mussaenda dasyphylla, Mussaenda dawei, Mussaenda debeauxii, Mussaenda decipiens, Mussaenda densiflora, Mussaenda dinhensis, Mussaenda divaricata, Mussaenda dranensis, Mussaenda elegans, Mussaenda elliptica, Mussaenda elmeri, Mussaenda erosa, Mussaenda erythrophylla, Mussaenda ferruginea, Mussaenda fissibractea, Mussaenda forbesii, Mussaenda forsteniana,

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,

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