Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cinerea
ID:
336994

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) De Block

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Syst. Geogr. Pl. 73: 100 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336326

Common Names

  • Paracephaelis cinerea
  • Cinerea Paracephaelis
  • Ashy Paracephaelis

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Synonyms

  • Ixora cinerea Drake [valid]
  • Pavetta cinerea A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Pavetta glauca Bojer [invalid]
  • Tarenna cinerea (A.Rich.) Bremek. [illegitimate]
  • Tarenna spodia Bremek. [valid]
  • Webera hispidula Baker [valid]
  • Tarenna cinerea (A.Rich. ex DC.) Homolle [valid]
  • Chomelia cinerea Dubard & Dop [valid]
  • Pavetta cinerea A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Paracephaelis cinerea (also called 'Grey Paracephaelis', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to tropical Asia and Australia. It grows up to 6 m tall and has ovate leaves. It is found in rainforests, secondary forests, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Paracephaelis cinerea is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paracephaelis cinerea is a white or yellowish-white tube-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are usually small and have a single, upright stem with simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paracephaelis cinerea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Paracephaelis cinerea

Paracephaelis cinerea is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in Benin, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, and Zambia.

Paracephaelis cinerea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paracephaelis cinerea?

Paracephaelis cinerea

What is the family of Paracephaelis cinerea?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Paracephaelis cinerea?

Cinerea Paracephaelis

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-216687: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Petra De Block: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Block' in the authors string.