Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
commutatum
ID:
457481

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sleumer

Source:
ksu

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Blumea 33: 104 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456813

Common Names

  • Tapeinosperma commutatum
  • Commutate Tapeinosperma
  • Tapeinosperma Commutatum

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Description

Tapeinosperma commutatum (also called Commutatum Tapeinosperma, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is a small herbaceous perennial plant, growing to a height of 0.3–0.5 m. It is native to the island of Babeldaob, Palau, where it grows in the understory of moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tapeinosperma commutatum is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and dysentery. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make a type of dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tapeinosperma commutatum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The flowers are followed by small, round seed pods. The seedlings have a tuft of small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapeinosperma commutatum is a tropical tree species native to the rainforests of South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light and water.

Where to Find Tapeinosperma commutatum

Tapeinosperma commutatum can be found in tropical Africa, from Nigeria to Angola.

Tapeinosperma commutatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapeinosperma commutatum?

Tapeinosperma commutatum

What is the common name of Tapeinosperma commutatum?

Commutate Tapeinosperma

What is the family of Tapeinosperma commutatum?

Annonaceae

Species in the Tapeinosperma genus

Tapeinosperma acutangulum, Tapeinosperma canalense, Tapeinosperma campanula, Tapeinosperma borneense, Tapeinosperma babucense, Tapeinosperma aragoense, Tapeinosperma ampliflorum, Tapeinosperma amplexicaule, Tapeinosperma alatum, Tapeinosperma chloranthum, Tapeinosperma amosense, Tapeinosperma capitatum, Tapeinosperma robustum, Tapeinosperma pulchellum, Tapeinosperma psaladense, Tapeinosperma rubriscapum, Tapeinosperma pauciflorum, Tapeinosperma pancheri, Tapeinosperma pachycaulum, Tapeinosperma oblongifolium, Tapeinosperma nitidum, Tapeinosperma netor, Tapeinosperma nectandroides, Tapeinosperma multipunctatum, Tapeinosperma wagapense, Tapeinosperma rubidum, Tapeinosperma whitei, Tapeinosperma ligulifolium, Tapeinosperma vieillardii, Tapeinosperma vestitum, Tapeinosperma tenue, Tapeinosperma squarrosum, Tapeinosperma sessilifolium, Tapeinosperma scrobiculatum, Tapeinosperma schlechteri, Tapeinosperma commutatum, Tapeinosperma colnettianum, Tapeinosperma clethroides, Tapeinosperma clavatum, Tapeinosperma minutum, Tapeinosperma cuspidatum, Tapeinosperma grandiflorum, Tapeinosperma lenormandii, Tapeinosperma lecardii, Tapeinosperma laurifolium, Tapeinosperma laeve, Tapeinosperma koghiense, Tapeinosperma kajewskii, Tapeinosperma greenwoodii, Tapeinosperma cristobalense,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,