Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
fischeri
ID:
476420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin 1891: 310 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475752

Common Names

  • Peddiea fischeri
  • Fischeri Peddiea
  • Peddiea Fischeri

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Synonyms

  • Peddiea longiflora Engl. & Gilg [unknown]
  • Peddiea zenkeri Gilg [unknown]
  • Peddiea longipedicellata Gilg [unknown]
  • Peddiea longipedicellata multiflora De Wild. [unknown]
  • Peddiea batesii S.Moore [unknown]
  • Peddiea volkensii Gilg [unknown]
  • Peddiea potamophila Gilg ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Peddiea brachypoda Gilg & Ledermann ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Peddiea arthuri T.C.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Peddiea cyathulata H.Pearson [unknown]
  • Peddiea mildbraedii Engl. & Gilg ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Peddiea multiflora (De Wild.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Peddiea fischeri coriacea Domke [unknown]

Description

Peddiea fischeri (also called Fischer's Peddiea, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It is a member of the Rubiaceae family and grows up to 2 meters in height. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Peddiea fischeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peddiea fischeri has yellow-green flowers that are star-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peddiea fischeri is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer.

Where to Find Peddiea fischeri

Peddiea fischeri is native to tropical regions of South Africa.

Peddiea fischeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peddiea fischeri?

Peddiea fischeri

What is the common name of Peddiea fischeri?

Fischeri Peddiea

What is the natural habitat of Peddiea fischeri?

Peddiea fischeri is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References