Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Veg. Erde 9(III 1): 760 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607747
Common Names
- Zenker's Citropsis
- Citropsis zenkeri
- Zenker's Citropsis
Description
Citropsis zenkeri (also called Zenker's Citropsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the citrus family, Rutaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with white flowers, and its leaves are pinnate. It is native to Angola, and it can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Citropsis zenkeri is used for its edible fruits and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Citropsis zenkeri has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Citropsis zenkeri is a slow-growing, succulent shrub that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It is best grown in well-draining soil in full sun to partial shade. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Citropsis zenkeri
Citropsis zenkeri is native to tropical regions of Africa. It can be found in wetlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Citropsis zenkeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Citropsis zenkeri?
Citropsis zenkeri
What is the common name of Citropsis zenkeri?
Citropsis
What is the family of Citropsis zenkeri?
Apocynaceae
Species in the Citropsis genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,