Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
suberecta
ID:
1276044

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goyder

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 443 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275382

Common Names

  • Suberecta Philibertia
  • Philibertia
  • Suberecta Philibertia Tree

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Description

Philibertia suberecta (also called 'Upright Philibertia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Philibertia suberecta is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, star-shaped flowers with 4 petals. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Thin, long leaves with yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philibertia suberecta is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Philibertia suberecta

Philibertia suberecta can be found in Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru.

Philibertia suberecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philibertia suberecta?

Philibertia suberecta

What is the common name of Philibertia suberecta?

Indian Philibertia

What is the natural habitat of Philibertia suberecta?

Philibertia suberecta is found in the moist deciduous forests of India

Species in the Philibertia genus

Philibertia alba, Philibertia urceolata, Philibertia zongoensis, Philibertia solanoides, Philibertia gilliesii, Philibertia campanulata, Philibertia picta, Philibertia stipitata, Philibertia lysimachioides, Philibertia fiebrigii, Philibertia globiflora, Philibertia fontellae, Philibertia boliviana, Philibertia velutina, Philibertia parviflora, Philibertia candolleana, Philibertia peruviana, Philibertia bicornuta, Philibertia discolor, Philibertia volcanensis, Philibertia micrantha, Philibertia tubata, Philibertia cionophora, Philibertia amblystigma, Philibertia multiflora, Philibertia tactila, Philibertia speciosa, Philibertia latiflora, Philibertia longistyla, Philibertia boliviensis, Philibertia mitophora, Philibertia tucumanensis, Philibertia tomentosa, Philibertia affinis, Philibertia subnivea, Philibertia suberecta, Philibertia religiosa, Philibertia barbata, Philibertia nivea, Philibertia coalita, Philibertia castillonii,

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,

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