Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
affinis
ID:
639734

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Forest. Cochinch. : t. 171 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639066



Common Names

  • Decaschistia affinis
  • Affinis Decaschistia
  • Affin Decaschistia


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Description

Decaschistia affinis (also called Affinis Decaschistia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub growing up to 1 m tall, with oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia, and is found in dry and moist forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Decaschistia affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Decaschistia affinis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, lance-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Decaschistia affinis is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Decaschistia affinis

Decaschistia affinis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Decaschistia affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Decaschistia affinis?

Decaschistia affinis

What is the common name of Decaschistia affinis?

Affinis Decaschistia

What is the natural habitat of Decaschistia affinis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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