Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sonjae
ID:
1325094

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.D.Hawth.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 68: 561 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337548

Common Names

  • Sonjae Pavetta
  • Pavetta Sonjae
  • Sonjae Pavetta

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Description

Pavetta sonjae (also called Sonja's Pavetta, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with white flowers. It is native to West Africa and prefers grassy, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pavetta sonjae is a species of plant used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pavetta sonjae is small and white with five petals. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavetta sonjae is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F (-23°C). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Pavetta sonjae

Pavetta sonjae is native to Tanzania and can be found in the Sonjae region.

Pavetta sonjae FAQ

What is the common name of Pavetta sonjae?

Sonja's Pavetta

What type of plant is Pavetta sonjae?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Pavetta sonjae?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

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

William D. Hawthorne: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Hawth.' in the authors string.