Pavetta longistyla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.D.Manning
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 83: 125 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265589
Common Names
- Pavetta Longistyla
- Longistyla Pavetta
- Longistyla's Pavetta
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pavetta longistyla (also called Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that can reach up to 6 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in wet forests, woodlands and along riverbanks. It has dark green, glossy leaves and white or pale pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pavetta longistyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pavetta longistyla are small, white, and star-shaped with five petals. They are borne in clusters of up to five flowers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pavetta longistyla is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. Once established, it should be fertilized regularly and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Pavetta longistyla
Pavetta longistyla can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Pavetta longistyla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pavetta longistyla?
Pavetta longistyla
What is the family of Pavetta longistyla?
Rubiaceae
What is the native range of Pavetta longistyla?
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-148669: Based on the initial data import
Stephen D. Manning: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.D.Manning' in the authors string.