Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
parvifolius
ID:
507115

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Scott Elliot) van der Werff

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 28: 37 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506447

Common Names

  • Aspidostemon Parvifolius
  • Parvifolius Aspidostemon
  • Parvifolius's Aspidostemon

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Synonyms

  • Cryptocarya elliotii Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Cryptocarya parvifolia (Scott Elliot) Kosterm. [illegitimate]
  • Ravensara parvifolia Scott Elliot [unknown]
  • Agathophyllum parvifolium (Scott Elliot) Palacký [unknown]

Description

Aspidostemon parvifolius (also called Small-Leaved Aspidostemon, among many other common names) is a small shrub, typically growing up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidostemon parvifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidostemon parvifolius is a small white or yellow star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidostemon parvifolius is a perennial herb native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Aspidostemon parvifolius

Aspidostemon parvifolius is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Aspidostemon parvifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidostemon parvifolius?

Aspidostemon parvifolius

What is the natural habitat of Aspidostemon parvifolius?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common uses of Aspidostemon parvifolius?

Medicinal, ornamental, and food uses

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2603591: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.
George Francis Scott-Elliot (1862-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scott Elliot' in the authors string.