Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
keniensis
ID:
1318260

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.M.Johnson

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 72(1)-11: 11 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330714



Common Names

  • Xylopia keniensis
  • Keniensis Xylopia
  • Xylopia Keniensis


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Description

Xylopia keniensis (also called Kenyan Xylopia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to East Africa. It grows in moist forests, along streams, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Xylopia keniensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xylopia keniensis has white flowers with yellow centers and five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylopia keniensis is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly, but do not over-water. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Xylopia keniensis

Xylopia keniensis is native to Kenya and can be found in moist, lowland forests.

Xylopia keniensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylopia keniensis?

Xylopia keniensis

What is the natural habitat of Xylopia keniensis?

Dry forests of East Africa

What are the medicinal uses of Xylopia keniensis?

It is used to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments

Species in the Xylopia genus

Xylopia venezuelana, Xylopia wilwerthii, Xylopia vitiensis, Xylopia vielana, Xylopia vieillardii, Xylopia platypetala, Xylopia pygmaea, Xylopia rubescens, Xylopia roigii, Xylopia richardii, Xylopia quintasii, Xylopia pynaertii, Xylopia pulchella, Xylopia poilanei, Xylopia uniflora, Xylopia toussaintii, Xylopia torrei, Xylopia tomentosa, Xylopia sub-dehiscens, Xylopia staudtii, Xylopia spruceana, Xylopia sericea, Xylopia cupularis, Xylopia crinita, Xylopia coriifolia, Xylopia congolensis, Xylopia chocoensis, Xylopia championii, Xylopia caudata, Xylopia calosericea, Xylopia plowmanii, Xylopia flamignii, Xylopia ferruginea, Xylopia excellens, Xylopia emarginata, Xylopia elliptica, Xylopia elliotii, Xylopia ekmanii, Xylopia discreta, Xylopia dibaccata, Xylopia densifolia, Xylopia dehiscens, Xylopia degeneri, Xylopia calophylla, Xylopia acunae, Xylopia aethiopica, Xylopia africana, Xylopia brasiliensis, Xylopia bocatorena, Xylopia benthamii,

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

David Mark Johnson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Johnson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60473756-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.