Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
wittei
ID:
501746

Status:
valid

Authors:
Staner

Source:
ksu

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Contr. Fl. Katanga , Suppl. 4: 68 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501078

Common Names

  • Streptopetalum Wittei
  • Witte's Streptopetalum
  • Witte's Streptopetalum

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Description

Streptopetalum wittei (also called Witte's Streptopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It typically grows in lowland rainforest, but can also be found in swamp forest and on riverbanks. Its leaves are glossy and dark green, and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Streptopetalum wittei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Streptopetalum wittei has white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptopetalum wittei is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Streptopetalum wittei

Streptopetalum wittei is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist areas such as riverbanks, swamps, and wet forests.

Streptopetalum wittei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Streptopetalum wittei?

Streptopetalum wittei

What is the common name of Streptopetalum wittei?

Witte's Streptopetalum

What is the natural habitat of Streptopetalum wittei?

Streptopetalum wittei is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique

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,