Carapichea affinis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
336713
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Standl.) L.Andersson
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 57(2): 371. 2002 [7 Aug 2002]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336045
Common Names
- Carapichea affinis
- Affinis Carapichea
- Affine Carapichea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Carapichea affinis (also called 'Affinis Carapichea', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It has an upright habit and produces small yellow flowers. Its native regions include Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania. It is commonly found in dry grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Carapichea affinis 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
Carapichea affinis has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Carapichea affinis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Carapichea affinis
Carapichea affinis can be found in the tropical forests of Africa.
Carapichea affinis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carapichea affinis?
Carapichea affinis
What is the family of Carapichea affinis?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Carapichea affinis?
Affine Carapichea
Species in the Carapichea genus
Carapichea affinis, Carapichea ipecacuanha, Carapichea ligularis, Carapichea guianensis, Carapichea dolichophylla, Carapichea lucida, Carapichea fimbriflora, Carapichea panurensis, Carapichea franquevilleana, Carapichea klugii, Carapichea maturacensis, Carapichea vasivensis, Carapichea araguariensis, Carapichea crebrinervia, Carapichea necopinata, Carapichea pacimonica, Carapichea altsonii, Carapichea nivea, Carapichea sandwithiana, Carapichea urniformis, Carapichea tillettii, Carapichea adinantha, Carapichea verrucosa, Carapichea cardenasiana,
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-216416: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Lennart Andersson (1948-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Andersson' in the authors string.