Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
papinae
ID:
734333

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Hist. Phys. Madagascar 33(3): 251 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733666



Common Names

  • Quivisianthe papinae
  • Papinae Quivisianthe
  • Quivisianthe


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Description

Quivisianthe papinae (also called Papina's Quivisianthe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to South America and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Quivisianthe papinae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quivisianthe papinae has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quivisianthe papinae is a fast-growing, evergreen climber that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sheltered position until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Quivisianthe papinae

Quivisianthe papinae is native to tropical Africa, where it grows in moist, shady areas.

Quivisianthe papinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quivisianthe papinae?

Quivisianthe papinae

What is the common name of Quivisianthe papinae?

Papina's Quivisianthe

What is the habitat of Quivisianthe papinae?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions in coastal areas.

Species in the Quivisianthe genus

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

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