Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
matumbiensis
ID:
266295

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bridson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 56: 575 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265627

Common Names

  • Pavetta matumbiensis
  • Matumbi Bride's Bush
  • Matumbi Pavetta

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Description

Pavetta matumbiensis (also called Matumbi Bride's Bush, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree with white flowers and a grey-brown bark. It is native to South Africa and is found in a variety of habitats, including rocky outcrops, bushveld, grassland, and forest margins.

Uses & Benefits

Pavetta matumbiensis is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pavetta matumbiensis are white or pink, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavetta matumbiensis is a shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C.

Where to Find Pavetta matumbiensis

Pavetta matumbiensis is native to Mozambique and can be found in the provinces of Cabo Delgado, Gaza, Inhambane, Manica, and Sofala.

Pavetta matumbiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavetta matumbiensis?

Pavetta matumbiensis

What is the common name of Pavetta matumbiensis?

Matumbi Pavetta

What is the natural habitat of Pavetta matumbiensis?

Forests of Tanzania

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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