Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ilicifolia
ID:
265031

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuhlm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Arq. Inst. Biol. Veg. 2: 84 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264363



Common Names

  • Paradrypetes ilicifolia
  • Ilicifolia Paradrypetes
  • Ilicifolia Paradrypetes Tree


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Description

Paradrypetes ilicifolia (also called Ilicifolia Coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Paradrypetes ilicifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems, skin conditions, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paradrypetes ilicifolia is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long stem and a single, small, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paradrypetes ilicifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Paradrypetes ilicifolia

Paradrypetes ilicifolia is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Paradrypetes ilicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paradrypetes ilicifolia?

Paradrypetes ilicifolia

What is the common name of Paradrypetes ilicifolia?

Holly-leaved paradrypetes

What type of plant is Paradrypetes ilicifolia?

Tree

Species in the Paradrypetes genus

Species in the Rhizophoraceae family

Anopyxis klaineana, Blepharistemma membranifolium, Bruguiera cylindrica, Bruguiera exaristata, Bruguiera gymnorhiza, Bruguiera hainesii, Bruguiera parviflora, Bruguiera sexangula, Bruguiera rhynchopetala, Bruguieria rhedii, Carallia borneensis, Carallia brachiata, Carallia calophylloidea, Carallia calycina, Carallia coriifolia, Carallia eugenioidea, Carallia garciniifolia, Carallia hulstijnii, Carallia longipes, Carallia orophila, Carallia papuana, Carallia paucinervia, Carallia pectinifolia, Carallia suffruticosa, Cassipourea alternifolia, Cassipourea nana, Cassipourea ndambiana, Cassipourea adamauensis, Cassipourea adami, Cassipourea afzelii, Cassipourea annobonensis, Cassipourea barteri, Cassipourea calimensis, Cassipourea carringtoniana, Cassipourea celastroides, Cassipourea ceylanica, Cassipourea congensis, Cassipourea delphinensis, Cassipourea dinklagei, Cassipourea eketensis, Cassipourea elliptica, Cassipourea ellipticifolia, Cassipourea euryoides, Cassipourea evrardii, Cassipourea fanshawei, Cassipourea firestoneana, Cassipourea flanaganii, Cassipourea floribunda, Cassipourea glomerata, Cassipourea gossweileri,

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