Klonointia

Klonointia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae, native to tropical regions of Africa. The genus is characterized by its small, often epiphytic or lithophytic species, which grow on trees or rocks. Klonointia plants typically have simple, entire leaves and produce small, inconspicuous flowers that are usually white or pale yellow. The flowers are arranged in axillary or terminal cymes, and they are pollinated by small insects.

The genus Klonointia was first described by the German botanist Carl Ludwig Willdenow in 1805. It is named after the Greek words "klono" meaning "branch" and "ointia" meaning "small," referring to the small, epiphytic habit of many species. The genus is monotypic, with only one known species, Klonointia sericea.

Klonointia sericea is a small, epiphytic plant with silvery-green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to the tropical rainforests of West Africa, where it grows on the trunks of trees. The plant is valued for its ornamental qualities and is often cultivated in greenhouses and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Klonointia is a small genus of flowering plants with a single known species, Klonointia sericea. The genus is characterized by its small, epiphytic or lithophytic habit, simple leaves, and small, inconspicuous flowers. Klonointia sericea is native to West Africa and is valued for its ornamental qualities and traditional medicinal uses.