Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
henningsianus
ID:
262910

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 13: 437 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262242

Common Names

  • Henningsianus Pachystylus
  • Pachystylus Henningsianus
  • Pachystylus

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Synonyms

  • Tarenna guelcheriana henningsiana (Warb.) Valeton [valid]

Description

Pachystylus henningsianus (also called Pachystylus henningsianus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest and secondary forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pachystylus henningsianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pachystylus henningsianus is a small, white, cup-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachystylus henningsianus is a slow-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature plants. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until they root.

Where to Find Pachystylus henningsianus

Pachystylus henningsianus is native to Tanzania and Kenya.

Pachystylus henningsianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachystylus henningsianus?

Pachystylus henningsianus

What are the common names of Pachystylus henningsianus?

Coral Tree, Red Coral Tree, Coral Bean

What is the natural habitat of Pachystylus henningsianus?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

Species in the Pachystylus genus

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-145402: Based on the initial data import
Otto Warburg (1859-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warb.' in the authors string.