Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
remotiflora
ID:
218058

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Wendl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 17: 63 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217387

Common Names

  • Iguanura remotiflora
  • Remotiflora Iguanura
  • Iguanura Remot

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Description

Iguanura remotiflora (also called Remote-flowered Iguanura, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with white flowers and yellow fruits. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is often found in secondary forests, disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Iguanura remotiflora has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iguanura remotiflora has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iguanura remotiflora is a perennial, evergreen climber with an upright habit. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Iguanura remotiflora

Iguanura remotiflora is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka and can be found in moist forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Iguanura remotiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iguanura remotiflora?

Iguanura remotiflora

What is the family of Iguanura remotiflora?

Araliaceae

What is the native range of Iguanura remotiflora?

India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-102453: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.