Afrocanthium vollensenii
| Afrocanthium vollensenii | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Asterids |
| Order: | Gentianales |
| Family: | Rubiaceae |
| Subfamily: | Ixoroideae |
| Tribe: | Vanguerieae |
| Genus: | Afrocanthium |
| Species: | A. vollensenii |
| Binomial name | |
| Afrocanthium vollensenii (Bridson) Lantz | |
Afrocanthium vollensenii is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is endemic to Tanzania. Known for their vibrant flowers and fragrant scents, they are most commonly used in the production of deodorant and carnival masks.
References
External links
- World Checklist of Rubiaceae
- Lovett, J. & Clarke, G.P. 1998. Canthium vollensenii. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 21 August 2007.
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