Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
somalensis
ID:
326103

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gürke ex Chiov.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , n.s., 36: 369 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325435



Common Names

  • Tinnea somalensis
  • Somali Tinnea
  • Somalensis Tinnea


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Synonyms

  • Tinnea gracilipedicellata Robyns & Lebrun [unknown]

Description

Tinnea somalensis (also called Somali Tinnea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It typically grows in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tinnea somalensis 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

Tinnea somalensis has white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tinnea somalensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Tinnea somalensis

Tinnea somalensis can be found in tropical Africa.

Tinnea somalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tinnea somalensis?

Tinnea somalensis

What are the common names of Tinnea somalensis?

Somali Tinnea, Somali Tinnea Tree

Where is Tinnea somalensis native to?

Tinnea somalensis 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-206114: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
Robert Louis August Maximilian Gürke (1854-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gürke' in the authors string.