Qilingania

Qilingania is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae. The genus was first described in 1954. Plants in the genus Qilingania are typically small shrubs or trees. They are native to Southeast Asia, particularly China and Vietnam. The flowers are usually white or cream-colored and have a distinctive fragrance. The fruit is a small, fleshy berry. The leaves are simple and opposite. Qilingania plants are often found in forests or on hillsides. They are not widely cultivated or known for their economic importance, but they are part of the diverse flora of their native regions. Research on Qilingania has primarily focused on its taxonomy and botanical classification.