Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
295156

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.A.Wakef.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 73: 168 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294488

Common Names

  • Parvifolia Astrotricha
  • Parvifolia Astrotricha
  • Small Astrotricha

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Description

Astrotricha parvifolia (also called 'Small-leaved star-flower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astrotricha parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments like fever, headache, and stomach problems. It is also used as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astrotricha parvifolia are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astrotricha parvifolia is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical America and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be soaked in water for 24 hours before planting. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood stems.

Where to Find Astrotricha parvifolia

Astrotricha parvifolia is native to the Caribbean region and Central America.

Astrotricha parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astrotricha parvifolia?

Astrotricha parvifolia

What is the family of Astrotricha parvifolia?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Astrotricha parvifolia?

Small-leaved Astrotricha

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17632: Based on the initial data import
Norman Arthur Wakefield (1918-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.A.Wakef.' in the authors string.