Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
cheekii
ID:
1324257

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ghogue, Huber & Rutish.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 31: 458 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336711



Common Names

  • Djinga cheekii
  • Cheek's Djinga
  • Cheek's Tree


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Description

Djinga cheekii (also called Cheek's Djinga, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Central Africa. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m in height, with long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Djinga cheekii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and to create natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Djinga cheekii is a yellow-green color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Djinga cheekii is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Djinga cheekii

Djinga cheekii is native to the Democratic Republic of Congo and can be found in the Ituri Forest.

Djinga cheekii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Djinga cheekii?

Djinga cheekii

What type of plant is Djinga cheekii?

It is a type of shrub

Where is Djinga cheekii native to?

It is native to Mexico

Species in the Djinga genus

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Jacques Huber (1867-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huber' in the authors string.
Jean-Paul Ghogue: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghogue' in the authors string.
Rolf Rutishauser (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rutish.' in the authors string.