Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
keniense
ID:
336609

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bullock) Lantz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 146: 278 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335941



Common Names

  • Afrocanthium keniense
  • Keniense Afrocanthium
  • Afrocanthium's Keniense


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Synonyms

  • Canthium keniense Bullock [valid]

Description

Afrocanthium keniense (also called Kenyan Afrocanthium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Africa. It has an upright growth habit with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Afrocanthium keniense is used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Afrocanthium keniense are white, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with thin, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afrocanthium keniense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a stem cutting with a few leaves and place it in a rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Afrocanthium keniense

Afrocanthium keniense can be found in tropical forests in Africa.

Afrocanthium keniense FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Afrocanthium keniense?

Afrocanthium keniense prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal light level for Afrocanthium keniense?

Afrocanthium keniense prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal humidity level for Afrocanthium keniense?

Afrocanthium keniense prefers high humidity levels of at least 50%.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-216317: Based on the initial data import
Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.
Henrik Lantz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lantz' in the authors string.