Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
guineensis
ID:
480682

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 8: 161 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480014



Common Names

  • Guinea Passion Flower
  • Guinea Passionvine
  • Guinea-Bissau Passion Flower


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Synonyms

  • Paropsia pritzelii Gilg [unknown]
  • Hornea guineensis (Oliv.) Warb. [unknown]

Description

Paropsia guineensis (also called Guinea Paropsia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa. It is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and can be found in forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Paropsia guineensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its fruits are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paropsia guineensis has white, five-petaled flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have two seed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paropsia guineensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, acidic soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Paropsia guineensis

Paropsia guineensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Paropsia guineensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paropsia guineensis?

Paropsia guineensis

What is the common name of Paropsia guineensis?

Guinea Paropsia

Where is Paropsia guineensis found?

Paropsia guineensis is found in the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,

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