Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
glabrifolia
ID:
553028

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arènes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 11: 79 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552360

Common Names

  • Aspidopterys glabrifolia
  • Glabrous-leaved Aspidopterys
  • Glabrous-leaved Leafybract

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Description

Aspidopterys glabrifolia (also called False Rosewood, among many other common names) is a large evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is found in lowland rainforests, usually in areas with well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidopterys glabrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidopterys glabrifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidopterys glabrifolia is a shrubby perennial that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 21°C (70°F). The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Aspidopterys glabrifolia

Aspidopterys glabrifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Aspidopterys glabrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidopterys glabrifolia?

Aspidopterys glabrifolia

What is the common name of Aspidopterys glabrifolia?

Glabrifolia Aspidopterys

What is the family of Aspidopterys glabrifolia?

Rubiaceae

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2656257: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.