Afrocanthium mundianum
Rock Alder
Also known as: Canthium mundianum Cham. & Schltdl. +3 more
- Canthium mundianum Cham. & Schltdl.
- Canthium mundianum var. pubescens Cham. & Schltdl.
- Plectronia mundiana (Cham. & Schltdl.) Pappe
- Plectronia mundiana var. pubescens (Cham. & Schltdl.) Sond.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Rubiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.
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Originating in Africa, Afrocanthium mundianum (commonly known as Rock-alder) is a shrub or tree belonging to the Rubiaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
South Tropical Africa, Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces, KwaZulu-Natal, Mozambique, Northern Provinces, Swaziland, Zimbabwe
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
St.Helena