Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
perrieri
ID:
221074

Status:
valid

Authors:
Homolle ex Puff

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol., Suppl. 3: 280 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220403

Common Names

  • Anthospermum perrieri
  • Perrieri Anthospermum
  • Perrieri's Anthospermum

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Description

Anthospermum perrieri (also called Anthospermum perrieri, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico. It has a greyish-brown bark and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions, in dry and humid forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anthospermum perrieri is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anthospermum perrieri 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

Cultivation and propagation of Anthospermum perrieri: This species is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several sections, each with at least one healthy root. When propagating by cuttings, take a cutting from the stem and place it in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Anthospermum perrieri

Anthospermum perrieri is native to Madagascar.

Anthospermum perrieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthospermum perrieri?

Anthospermum perrieri

What is the common name of Anthospermum perrieri?

Perrier's Anthospermum

What is the natural habitat of Anthospermum perrieri?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10535: Based on the initial data import
Anne-Marie Homolle (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Homolle' in the authors string.
Christian Puff (1949-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puff' in the authors string.