Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
metcalfii
ID:
787596

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. ex H.L.Li

Source:
wcs

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 24: 454 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786929

Common Names

  • Metcalfii Adina
  • Metcalf's Adina
  • Adina Metcalfii

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Description

Adina metcalfii (also called Metcalfe's Adina, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Central America. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in wet forests, thickets, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Adina metcalfii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adina metcalfii has a white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf with a white stripe down the center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adina metcalfii is a small evergreen shrub that can be grown from seed or from cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by taking semi-hardwood cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Adina metcalfii

Adina metcalfii can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico.

Adina metcalfii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adina metcalfii?

Adina metcalfii

What is the common name of Adina metcalfii?

Metcalfii Adina

What is the natural habitat of Adina metcalfii?

Adina metcalfii is native to Mexico and Guatemala

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Li Huilin (1911-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.L.Li' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:742916-1: Based on the initial data import