Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
506991

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Exell) Versteegh & Sosef

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Geogr. Pl. 77: 95 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506323

Common Names

  • Annickia affinis
  • Affinis Annickia
  • Annickia

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Description

Annickia affinis (also called Affine Annickia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is a small tree or shrub that grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Annickia affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Annickia affinis has small white or pink flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with white or pink flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Annickia affinis is a shrub that grows in tropical climates. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).

Where to Find Annickia affinis

Annickia affinis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in areas of Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Annickia affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Annickia affinis?

Annickia affinis

What is the growth habit of Annickia affinis?

Annickia affinis is an evergreen perennial shrub.

What is the native range of Annickia affinis?

Annickia affinis is native to tropical Africa.

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.
Corstiaen P.C. Versteegh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Versteegh' in the authors string.
Marc Simon Maria Sosef (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sosef' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77080899-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.