Chaiturus marrubiastrum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Ehrh. ex Rchb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Fl. Germ. Excurs. 1: 317 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836548
Common Names
- Chaiturus marrubiastrum
- Marrubiastrum Chaiturus
- Chaiturus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chaiturus marrubiastrum (also called Marrubiastrum Chaiturus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines. It grows in evergreen forests, usually in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Chaiturus marrubiastrum is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chaiturus marrubiastrum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and white stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chaiturus marrubiastrum is a small, evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Chaiturus marrubiastrum
Chaiturus marrubiastrum can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Chaiturus marrubiastrum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chaiturus marrubiastrum?
Chaiturus marrubiastrum
What is the common name of Chaiturus marrubiastrum?
Marrubiastrum Chaiturus
Where is Chaiturus marrubiastrum found?
It is found in the tropical forests of Africa
Species in the Chaiturus genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-37383: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Reichenbach (1793-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.' in the authors string.
Jakob Friedrich Ehrhart (1742-1795): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehrh.' in the authors string.