Status:
valid
Authors:
G.M.Levin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 17: 82 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264364
Common Names
- Paradrypetes subintegrifolia
- Subintegrifolia Paradrypetes
- Subintegrifolia Paradrypetes Tree
Description
Paradrypetes subintegrifolia (also called Subintegrifolia 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 subintegrifolia 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 subintegrifolia 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paradrypetes subintegrifolia 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 subintegrifolia
Paradrypetes subintegrifolia is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Paradrypetes subintegrifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paradrypetes subintegrifolia?
Paradrypetes subintegrifolia
What is the common name of Paradrypetes subintegrifolia?
Subintegral-leaved paradrypetes
What type of plant is Paradrypetes subintegrifolia?
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,