Status:
valid
Authors:
Mangelsdorff, Meve & Liede
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 46: 455 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347588
Common Names
- Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis
- Yamanigueyensis Anemotrochus
- Yamanigueyensis Seastar
Description
Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis (also called Yamaniguey Anemotrochus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a thin stem and grows to a height of up to 2 meters. Its leaves are simple and have a glossy green color. It is found in wet and moist habitats such as rainforests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a rough surface. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree that can be grown outdoors in warm climates or as a houseplant in cooler climates. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy stem, remove the lower leaves, and dip the end in rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a pot of moist soil and keep it in a warm, bright spot. Water regularly and the cutting should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis
Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis can be found in the Philippines.
Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis?
Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis
What is the common name of Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis?
Yamaniguey Anemotrochus
What is the natural habitat of Anemotrochus yamanigueyensis?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Anemotrochus genus
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