Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
angolensis
ID:
594862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 3: 31 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594194

Common Names

  • Angolensis Orchid
  • Centema Angolensis
  • Centema Angolensis

Searching for Centema angolensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Centema angolensis (also called Angola centema, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Angola. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of 10 cm. Its leaves are round to kidney-shaped and the flowers are small and white. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centema angolensis is an ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and landscaping. The leaves can be used as a natural dye for fabrics and the flowers can be used to make a tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centema angolensis is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a pair of opposite leaves.

Searching for Centema angolensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Centema angolensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers, and can be propagated by division in the spring. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10 degrees Celsius.

Where to Find Centema angolensis

Centema angolensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Centema angolensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centema angolensis?

Centema angolensis

What is the common name of Centema angolensis?

Angolan centaury

What is the family of Centema angolensis?

Gentianaceae

Species in the Centema genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References