Status:
valid
Authors:
(King & Gamble) K.M.Wong
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Malayan Nat. J. 38: 16 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000931659
Common Names
- Aidia Parvifolia
- Parvifolia Aidia
- Parvifolia's Aidia
Description
Aidia parvifolia (also called 'Parvifolia', among many other common names) is a small tree native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It typically grows in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas. It has large, ovate-shaped leaves with serrated margins and yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Aidia parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aidia parvifolia is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aidia parvifolia can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining potting mix. Aidia parvifolia prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Aidia parvifolia
Aidia parvifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of West Africa.
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,