Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kewensis
ID:
261551

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenson & Jenny

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Orchids (West Palm Beach) 65: 497 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260883



Common Names

  • Kewensis Archivea
  • Archivea Kewensis
  • Archivea


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Description

Archivea kewensis (also called Kew archiva, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It has a thin stem and its leaves are small and oval-shaped. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Archivea kewensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Archivea kewensis is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archivea kewensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be pruned back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Archivea kewensis

Archivea kewensis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Archivea kewensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archivea kewensis?

Archivea kewensis

What is the common name of Archivea kewensis?

Kew Archivea

What type of plant is Archivea kewensis?

Herbaceous Plant

Species in the Archivea genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-14407: Based on the initial data import
Rudolph Jenny (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jenny' in the authors string.
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.