Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kyimbilensis
ID:
266209

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 37: 149 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265541

Common Names

  • Pavetta Kyimbilensis
  • Kyimbilensis Pavetta
  • Kyimbilensis's Pavetta

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Description

Pavetta kyimbilensis (also called Kyimbila Bride's Bush, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of 4-10 m. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pavetta kyimbilensis has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pavetta kyimbilensis var. iringensis (Bremek.) Bridson
Pavetta kyimbilensis var. kyimbilensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White flowers with a yellow center. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Young plants have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavetta kyimbilensis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Pavetta kyimbilensis

Pavetta kyimbilensis is found in tropical Africa, from Angola to Tanzania.

Pavetta kyimbilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavetta kyimbilensis?

Pavetta kyimbilensis

What is the family of Pavetta kyimbilensis?

Rubiaceae

What is the native range of Pavetta kyimbilensis?

East Africa

Species in the Pavetta genus

Pavetta abyssinica, Pavetta aethiopica, Pavetta agrostiphylla, Pavetta akeassii, Pavetta amaniensis, Pavetta andongensis, Pavetta angolensis, Pavetta angustifolia, Pavetta ankolensis, Pavetta antennifera, Pavetta arenicola, Pavetta arenosa, Pavetta aspera, Pavetta australiensis, Pavetta axillaris, Pavetta axillipara, Pavetta backeri, Pavetta baconiella, Pavetta bagshawei, Pavetta balinensis, Pavetta bangweensis, Pavetta barbata, Pavetta barbertonensis, Pavetta barnesii, Pavetta basilanensis, Pavetta batanensis, Pavetta batesiana, Pavetta bauchei, Pavetta bequaertii, Pavetta bidentata, Pavetta bidgoodiae, Pavetta bilineata, Pavetta blanda, Pavetta bowkeri, Pavetta brachyantha, Pavetta brachycalyx, Pavetta brachysiphon, Pavetta breviflora, Pavetta brevituba, Pavetta brownii, Pavetta bruceana, Pavetta bruneelii, Pavetta brunonis, Pavetta buchneri, Pavetta burttii, Pavetta buruensis, Pavetta calothyrsa, Pavetta cambodiensis, Pavetta camerounensis, Pavetta candelabra,

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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