Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
paniculatum
ID:
221043

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cruse

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Rubiac. Cap. : 15 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220372

Common Names

  • Anthospermum paniculatum
  • Paniculatum Anthospermum
  • Paniculatum's Anthospermum

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Synonyms

  • Anthospermum confertum Cruse [valid]
  • Anthospermum paniculatum confertum Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Anthospermum paniculatum elongatum Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]

Description

Anthospermum paniculatum (also called 'Panicled Anthospermum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Anthospermum. It is found in the tropical forests of Madagascar, and is characterized by its long, thin, and panicled stem. It grows in humid, shady habitats, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Anthospermum paniculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anthospermum paniculatum are white, star-shaped and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthospermum paniculatum is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Anthospermum paniculatum

Anthospermum paniculatum can be found in Central and South America, particularly in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Brazil.

Anthospermum paniculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthospermum paniculatum?

Anthospermum paniculatum

What is the family of Anthospermum paniculatum?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Anthospermum paniculatum?

Mesic to wet forests

Species in the Anthospermum genus

Anthospermum aethiopicum, Anthospermum ammannioides, Anthospermum asperuloides, Anthospermum basuticum, Anthospermum bergianum, Anthospermum bicorne, Anthospermum comptonii, Anthospermum dregei, Anthospermum emirnense, Anthospermum ericifolium, Anthospermum esterhuysenianum, Anthospermum galioides, Anthospermum galpinii, Anthospermum herbaceum, Anthospermum hirtum, Anthospermum hispidulum, Anthospermum ibityense, Anthospermum isaloense, Anthospermum littoreum, Anthospermum longisepalum, Anthospermum madagascariense, Anthospermum monticola, Anthospermum pachyrrhizum, Anthospermum palustre, Anthospermum paniculatum, Anthospermum perrieri, Anthospermum prostratum, Anthospermum rigidum, Anthospermum rosmarinus, Anthospermum spathulatum, Anthospermum streyi, Anthospermum ternatum, Anthospermum thymoides, Anthospermum usambarense, Anthospermum vallicola, Anthospermum villosicarpum, Anthospermum welwitschii, Anthospermum whyteanum, Anthospermum zimbabwense, Anthospermum ammanioides,

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,

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