Aidia micrantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(K.Schum.) Bullock ex F.White
Source:
wcs
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Forest Fl. N. Rhodes. : 455 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000931512
Common Names
- Small-flowered Aidia
- Small-flower Aidia
- Small-flowered Aidia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aidia micrantha (also called Small-flowered Aidia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in moist and dry forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aidia micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make dyes and for medicinal purposes.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aidia micrantha var. acarophyta (De Wild.) E.M.A.PetitAidia micrantha var. congolana (De Wild. & T.Durand) E.M.A.Petit
Aidia micrantha var. micrantha
Aidia micrantha var. msonju (K.Krause) E.M.A.Petit
Aidia micrantha var. zenkeri (S.Moore) E.M.A.Petit
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aidia micrantha has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aidia micrantha is a tropical shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It can also be propagated by layering.
Where to Find Aidia micrantha
Aidia micrantha is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Species in the Aidia genus
Aidia abeidii, Aidia crassifolia, Aidia acuminata, Aidia acutipetala, Aidia auriculata, Aidia bakeri, Aidia beccariana, Aidia borneensis, Aidia bracteata, Aidia brisipensis, Aidia canthioides, Aidia chantonea, Aidia cochinchinensis, Aidia congestum, Aidia corymbosa, Aidia cowleyi, Aidia densiflora, Aidia dilleniacea, Aidia endertii, Aidia foveata, Aidia gardneri, Aidia genipiflora, Aidia glabra, Aidia halleri, Aidia henryi, Aidia heterophylla, Aidia impressinervis, Aidia jambosoides, Aidia kinabaluensis, Aidia lancifolia, Aidia longiflora, Aidia magnifolia, Aidia micrantha, Aidia moluccana, Aidia ochroleuca, Aidia oxyodonta, Aidia paiei, Aidia parvifolia, Aidia polystachya, Aidia pseudospicata, Aidia pulcherrima, Aidia pycnantha, Aidia quintasii, Aidia racemosa, Aidia rhacodosepala, Aidia rubens, Aidia salicifolia, Aidia solomonensis, Aidia tomentosa, Aidia vieillardii,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-5038: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.