Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
289925

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Robyns) Bridson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 42: 628 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289257

Common Names

  • Pyrostria affinis
  • Affinis Pyrostria
  • Pyrostria

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Synonyms

  • Rytigynia affinis (Robyns) Hepper [valid]
  • Canthium affine (Robyns) Hepper [valid]
  • Dinocanthium affine Robyns [valid]
  • Dinocanthium bequaertii Robyns [valid]

Description

Pyrostria affinis (also called Affinis pyrostria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is found in Madagascar. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 meters tall, with opposite, ovate leaves. It is found in the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrostria affinis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pyrostria affinis has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrostria affinis can be propagated by seed or division. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn. Divide the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pyrostria affinis

Pyrostria affinis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the northern and eastern parts of the island.

Pyrostria affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrostria affinis?

Pyrostria affinis

What is the common name of Pyrostria affinis?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Pyrostria affinis?

Grassy areas, meadows, and open woodlands

Species in the Pyrostria genus

Pyrostria affinis, Pyrostria alaotrensis, Pyrostria alluaudii, Pyrostria amporoforensis, Pyrostria analamazaotrensis, Pyrostria andilanensis, Pyrostria angustifolia, Pyrostria anjouanensis, Pyrostria ankazobeensis, Pyrostria bibracteata, Pyrostria bispathacea, Pyrostria breonii, Pyrostria chapmanii, Pyrostria commersonii, Pyrostria cordifolia, Pyrostria fasciculata, Pyrostria ferruginea, Pyrostria hystrix, Pyrostria lobulata, Pyrostria macrophylla, Pyrostria madagascariensis, Pyrostria major, Pyrostria media, Pyrostria orbicularis, Pyrostria phyllanthoidea, Pyrostria pseudocommersonii, Pyrostria sarodranensis, Pyrostria socotrana, Pyrostria urschii, Pyrostria uzungwaensis, Pyrostria variistipula, Pyrostria viburnoides, Pyrostria inflata, Pyrostria isomonensis, Pyrostria italyensis, Pyrostria pendula, Pyrostria serpentina, Pyrostria ixorifolia, Pyrostria richardiae, Pyrostria revoluta, Pyrostria perrieri, Pyrostria oleifolia, Pyrostria neriifolia, Pyrostria louvelii, Pyrostria longiflora, Pyrostria capuronii, Pyrostria asosa, Pyrostria antsirananensis, Pyrostria antsalovensis, Pyrostria ankaranensis,

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-171304: Based on the initial data import
Frans Hubert Edouard Arthur Walter Robyns (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robyns' in the authors string.
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.