Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
caillei
ID:
331483

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Chev.) Stapf ex Hutch. & Dalziel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Trop. Afr. 2: 31 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330815

Common Names

  • Caillei Vahadenia
  • Vahadenia Caillei
  • Vahadenia Caillei

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Synonyms

  • Landolphia caillei A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Pacouria caillei (A.Chev.) Roberty [unknown]

Description

Vahadenia caillei (also called Caille's Vahadenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Vahadenia caillei is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vahadenia caillei are white and bell-shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vahadenia caillei is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or propagated by division. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Vahadenia caillei

Vahadenia caillei is native to the tropical forests of South America.

Vahadenia caillei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vahadenia caillei?

Vahadenia caillei

What type of plant is Vahadenia caillei?

Vahadenia caillei is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Vahadenia caillei native to?

Vahadenia caillei is native to Madagascar.

Species in the Vahadenia genus

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-211266: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.