Status:
valid
Authors:
Klotzsch
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Naturw. Reise Mossambique 6(1): 294 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911156
Common Names
- Agathisanthemum globosum
- Globosum Agathisanthemum
- Globosum Agathisanthem
Description
Agathisanthemum globosum (also called Globe Agathisanthemum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Agathisanthemum globosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agathisanthemum globosum has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small and round. Its seedlings are small, dark green and oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agathisanthemum globosum is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is best propagated by cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Agathisanthemum globosum
Agathisanthemum globosum can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Agathisanthemum genus
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,