Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
modestus
ID:
550481

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 13: 272 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000549813

Common Names

  • Modestus Artabotrys
  • Artabotrys Modestus
  • Modestus Climbing Yams

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Description

Artabotrys modestus (also called 'Climbing Ylang-Ylang' and 'Fragrant Rice Flower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in tropical forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Artabotrys modestus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Artabotrys modestus sub. macranthus Verdc.
Artabotrys modestus sub. modestus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Artabotrys modestus are small, white and fragrant. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artabotrys modestus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Artabotrys modestus

Artabotrys modestus is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.

Artabotrys modestus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artabotrys modestus?

Artabotrys modestus

What is the common name of Artabotrys modestus?

No common name

Where is Artabotrys modestus found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Thailand

Species in the Artabotrys genus

Artabotrys carnosipetalus, Artabotrys darainensis, Artabotrys aereus, Artabotrys antunesii, Artabotrys arachnoides, Artabotrys aurantiacus, Artabotrys blumei, Artabotrys brachypetalus, Artabotrys brevipes, Artabotrys burmanicus, Artabotrys cagayanensis, Artabotrys camptopetalus, Artabotrys caudatus, Artabotrys coccineus, Artabotrys collinus, Artabotrys congolensis, Artabotrys costatus, Artabotrys crassifolius, Artabotrys crassipetalus, Artabotrys cumingianus, Artabotrys dielsianus, Artabotrys fragrans, Artabotrys gossweileri, Artabotrys gracilis, Artabotrys grandifolius, Artabotrys hainanensis, Artabotrys harmandii, Artabotrys hexapetalus, Artabotrys hienianus, Artabotrys hildebrandtii, Artabotrys hirtipes, Artabotrys hispidus, Artabotrys inodorus, Artabotrys insignis, Artabotrys jacques-felicis, Artabotrys jollyanus, Artabotrys kurzii, Artabotrys lanuginosus, Artabotrys lastoursvillensis, Artabotrys letestui, Artabotrys libericus, Artabotrys likimensis, Artabotrys longistigmatus, Artabotrys lowianus, Artabotrys luteus, Artabotrys luxurians, Artabotrys macrophyllus, Artabotrys madagascariensis, Artabotrys maingayi, Artabotrys modestus,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:72424-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.