Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
confertiflora
ID:
282168

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mildbr. & Mildbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem xiii. 703 (1937), descr.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281500

Common Names

  • Pouchetia confertiflora
  • Confertiflora Pouchetia
  • Clustered-flowered Pouchetia

Searching for Pouchetia confertiflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Pouchetia confertiflora (also called Clustered-Flowered Pouchetia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pouchetia confertiflora is used for its timber, which is used in construction and furniture. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pouchetia confertiflora has small, white flowers with yellowish centers and a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings have heart-shaped leaves with pointed tips and a glossy surface.

Searching for Pouchetia confertiflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Pouchetia confertiflora can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle and grown on in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Pouchetia confertiflora

Pouchetia confertiflora can be found in tropical forests of Africa.

Pouchetia confertiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pouchetia confertiflora?

Pouchetia confertiflora

What is the common name of Pouchetia confertiflora?

Pouchetia

What type of plant is Pouchetia confertiflora?

Tree

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,