Antirhea madagascariensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Tulane Stud. Zool. Bot. 28: 57 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000240332
Common Names
- Antirhea madagascariensis
- Madagascariensis Antirhea
- Madagascar Antirhea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Antirhea madagascariensis (also called 'Madagascar Antirhea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in wet, tropical forests. It is a small shrub with elliptic leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Antirhea madagascariensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Antirhea madagascariensis is white and star-shaped. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings have a single, long stem with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Antirhea madagascariensis is a small shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Antirhea madagascariensis
Antirhea madagascariensis is found in Madagascar.
Antirhea madagascariensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antirhea madagascariensis?
Antirhea madagascariensis
What are the common names of Antirhea madagascariensis?
Madagascar rattlebox, Madagascar rattlepod
What is the natural habitat of Antirhea madagascariensis?
It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America
Species in the Antirhea 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-12437: Based on the initial data import
Shu Miaw Chaw (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chaw' in the authors string.