Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blackii
ID:
734112

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pires

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Bol. Técn. Inst. Agron. N. 20: 44 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733445



Common Names

  • Quiina blackii
  • Black's Quiina
  • Blackii Quiina


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Quiina blackii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Quiina blackii are small, white to yellowish in color, and have four petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quiina blackii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa, and is hardy to USDA zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Quiina blackii

Quiina blackii can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Quiina blackii FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Quiina blackii?

Quiina blackii prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil does Quiina blackii prefer?

Quiina blackii prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Quiina blackii need?

Quiina blackii needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Quiina genus

Quiina yatuensis, Quiina amazonica, Quiina blackii, Quiina brevensis, Quiina congesta, Quiina cruegeriana, Quiina decaisneana, Quiina duckei, Quiina florida, Quiina glaziovii, Quiina grandifolia, Quiina guianensis, Quiina indigofera, Quiina integrifolia, Quiina jamaicensis, Quiina juruana, Quiina klugii, Quiina lanceolata, Quiina leptoclada, Quiina longifolia, Quiina macrophylla, Quiina magallano-gomesii, Quiina maguirei, Quiina negrensis, Quiina obovata, Quiina oiapocensis, Quiina paraensis, Quiina parvifolia, Quiina pteridophylla, Quiina pubescens, Quiina rhytidopus, Quiina rigidifolia, Quiina sessilis, Quiina tessmannii, Quiina tinifolia, Quiina ulei, Quiina wurdackii, Quiina maracaensis, Quiina zamorensis, Quiina sessilis, Quiina attenuata, Quiina berryi, Quiina cidiana, Quiina gentryi, Quiina piresii,

Species in the Ochnaceae family

References