Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanochroa
ID:
266301

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 37: 105 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265633

Common Names

  • Pavetta melanochroa
  • Black-haired Bride's Bush
  • Black-haired Pavetta

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Synonyms

  • Pavetta indica nigrescens Pierre ex Pit. [valid]

Description

Pavetta melanochroa (also called Black-haired 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 melanochroa is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cold, cough, and headache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pavetta melanochroa 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 melanochroa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Pavetta melanochroa

Pavetta melanochroa is native to the tropical regions of Africa, and can be found in the countries of Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

Pavetta melanochroa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavetta melanochroa?

Pavetta melanochroa

What is the common name of Pavetta melanochroa?

Melanochroa Pavetta

What is the natural habitat of Pavetta melanochroa?

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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