Status:
valid
Authors:
Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 13: 47 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289333
Common Names
- Quekettia papillosa
- Papillose Quekettia
- Papillose Quekettia Plant
Description
Quekettia papillosa (also called 'Papillose Quekettia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to Angola, and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry woodlands to moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Quekettia papillosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces small, white flowers in the spring. The plant is also used as a ground cover and as a border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Quekettia papillosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed of this plant is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of this plant are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Quekettia papillosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Quekettia papillosa
Quekettia papillosa can be found in the rainforests of Brazil and Peru.
Quekettia papillosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quekettia papillosa?
Quekettia papillosa
What is the family of Quekettia papillosa?
Rubiaceae
Where is Quekettia papillosa native to?
East Africa
Species in the Quekettia 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,