Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
achoundongiana
ID:
337128

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robbr., Sonké & Kenfack

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 24: 174 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336460

Common Names

  • Tricalysia achoundongiana
  • Achoundongiana Tricalysia
  • Achoundongiana Tricalysia Plant

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Description

Tricalysia achoundongiana (also called Achoundong Tricalysia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tricalysia achoundongiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tricalysia achoundongiana are white and cup-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tricalysia achoundongiana is a tropical plant found in the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seeds, cuttings, or division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Tricalysia achoundongiana

Tricalysia achoundongiana is native to West Africa and can be found in rainforests and woodlands.

Tricalysia achoundongiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tricalysia achoundongiana?

Tricalysia achoundongiana

What type of plant is Tricalysia achoundongiana?

Herb

Where is Tricalysia achoundongiana found?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Tricalysia genus

Tricalysia aciculiflora, Tricalysia acocantheroides, Tricalysia allocalyx, Tricalysia amplexicaulis, Tricalysia angolensis, Tricalysia anomala, Tricalysia atherura, Tricalysia bagshawei, Tricalysia biafrana, Tricalysia bifida, Tricalysia bridsoniana, Tricalysia capensis, Tricalysia coriacea, Tricalysia cryptocalyx, Tricalysia delagoensis, Tricalysia elegans, Tricalysia elliotii, Tricalysia fangana, Tricalysia faranahensis, Tricalysia ferorum, Tricalysia fililoba, Tricalysia gilchristii, Tricalysia griseiflora, Tricalysia hensii, Tricalysia idiura, Tricalysia jasminiflora, Tricalysia kivuensis, Tricalysia landanensis, Tricalysia lasiodelphys, Tricalysia ledermannii, Tricalysia lineariloba, Tricalysia longipaniculata, Tricalysia longituba, Tricalysia madagascariensis, Tricalysia micrantha, Tricalysia microphylla, Tricalysia niamniamensis, Tricalysia obanensis, Tricalysia obstetrix, Tricalysia okelensis, Tricalysia oligoneura, Tricalysia pallens, Tricalysia pangolina, Tricalysia parva, Tricalysia patentipilis, Tricalysia pedicellata, Tricalysia pedunculosa, Tricalysia potamogala, Tricalysia pynaertii, Tricalysia repens,

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-216819: Based on the initial data import
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.
Bonaventure Sonké (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sonké' in the authors string.
David Kenfack (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kenfack' in the authors string.