Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
punctatum
ID:
216822

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tsiang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Sunyatsenia 2: 129 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216151

Common Names

  • Punctate Anodendron
  • Anodendron punctatum
  • Punctate Anodendron Palm

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Description

Anodendron punctatum (also called Spotted Anodendron, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Africa. It has thin, bright green leaves and grows in clumps. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Anodendron punctatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anodendron punctatum has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anodendron punctatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the temperature between 18-22°C (64-72°F). When propagating from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cutting in a warm and humid environment and water it regularly.

Where to Find Anodendron punctatum

Anodendron punctatum is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.

Anodendron punctatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anodendron punctatum?

Anodendron punctatum

What is the common name of Anodendron punctatum?

Punctate Anodendron

What is the natural habitat of Anodendron punctatum?

Tropical forests of Madagascar

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10129: Based on the initial data import
Ying Tsiang (1898-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tsiang' in the authors string.