Catanthera longistylis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longistylis
ID:
1276666
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mansf.) M.P.Nayar
Source:
tro
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 24: 353 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276004
Common Names
- Longistylis Catanthera
- Longistylis's Catanthera
- Catanthera Longistylis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Catanthera longistylis (also called Long-styled Catanthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is usually found in moist, forested areas, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and evergreen leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Catanthera longistylis is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Catanthera longistylis is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.
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Catanthera longistylis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach up to 2m in height.
Where to Find Catanthera longistylis
Catanthera longistylis is native to Indonesia and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Species in the Catanthera genus
Catanthera lysipetala, Catanthera brassii, Catanthera endertii, Catanthera kinabaluensis, Catanthera sleumeri, Catanthera longistylis, Catanthera multiflora, Catanthera novoguineensis, Catanthera nummularia, Catanthera ovata, Catanthera paniculata, Catanthera peltata, Catanthera pilosa, Catanthera royenii, Catanthera quintuplinervis, Catanthera schlechteri, Catanthera tawaensis, Catanthera tetrandra, Catanthera keris,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50285054: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Mansfeld (1901-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansf.' in the authors string.
Madhavan Parameswaran Nayar (1932-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Nayar' in the authors string.