Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antiscorbutica
ID:
326061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 27: 58 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325393



Common Names

  • Tinnea antiscorbutica
  • Antiscorbutic Tinnea
  • Antiscorbutic Tinnea Palm


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Synonyms

  • Tinnea kaessneri S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Tinnea antiscorbutica (also called Antiscorbutica, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with a greyish bark. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria. It grows in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Tinnea antiscorbutica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tinnea antiscorbutica is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tinnea antiscorbutica is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a container or in the ground. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Tinnea antiscorbutica

Tinnea antiscorbutica can be found in tropical Africa.

Tinnea antiscorbutica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tinnea antiscorbutica?

Tinnea antiscorbutica

What are the common names of Tinnea antiscorbutica?

Antiscorbutic Tinnea, Antiscorbutic Tinnea Tree

Where is Tinnea antiscorbutica native to?

Tinnea antiscorbutica is native to Africa

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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