Artabotrys pilosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosus
ID:
550506
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr. & Chun
Source:
cmp
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Sunyatsenia 2: 224 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000549838
Common Names
- Pilosus Artabotrys
- Artabotrys Pilosus
- Pilosus Climbing Yams
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Artabotrys pilosus (also called 'Hairy Artabotrys', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Africa and Asia. It has leathery leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in moist forests, swamps and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Artabotrys pilosus is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Artabotrys pilosus is white or yellowish-white, and has a bell-shaped calyx. The seed is small, and the seedlings are slender and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Artabotrys pilosus can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It is best to sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers a sunny location and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plant every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Artabotrys pilosus
Artabotrys pilosus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Artabotrys pilosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Artabotrys pilosus?
Artabotrys pilosus
What is the common name of Artabotrys pilosus?
No common name
Where is Artabotrys pilosus 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
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:72449-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.