Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
longituba
ID:
327954

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Pl. Bequaert. 3: 165 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327286

Common Names

  • Longituba Tricalysia
  • Longituba
  • Tricalysia Longituba

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Synonyms

  • Tricalysia longituba longituba [unknown]

Description

Tricalysia longituba (also called Long-tubed tricalysia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Angola, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, and is found in woodlands and grasslands. It has oval-shaped leaves and white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Tricalysia longituba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and for soil erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tricalysia longituba sub. longituba
Tricalysia longituba sub. richardsiae Bridson
Tricalysia longituba var. velutina Robbr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Tricalysia longituba are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. Seeds: The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings of Tricalysia longituba are small and green, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tricalysia longituba is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and placed in a rooting medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual containers.

Where to Find Tricalysia longituba

Tricalysia longituba is native to tropical Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.

Tricalysia longituba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tricalysia longituba?

Tricalysia longituba

What is the natural habitat of Tricalysia longituba?

Tricalysia longituba is native to the Democratic Republic of Congo.

What type of soil does Tricalysia longituba prefer?

Tricalysia longituba prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

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,

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