Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Planch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Fl. Serres Jard. Eur. 5: t. 442 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254927
Common Names
- Arachnothryx
- Buddleioides
- Buddleioides Hedge
Synonyms
- Arachnothryx buddleioides aspera (J.H.Kirkbr.) Borhidi [valid]
- Arachnothryx longipetiolata (Lundell) Borhidi [valid]
- Rondeletia affinis Hemsl. [valid]
- Rondeletia buddleioides Benth. [valid]
- Rondeletia buddleioides aspera J.H.Kirkbr. [valid]
- Rondeletia longipetiolata Lundell [valid]
- Rondeletia rothschuhii Loes. [valid]
- Arachnothryx affinis (Hemsl.) Borhidi [valid]
- Arachnothryx breviflora Borhidi [valid]
- Arachnothryx tabascensis Borhidi [valid]
- Duggena nivea Standl. [valid]
- Gonzalagunia nivea Kuntze [valid]
- Gonzalagunia tonduzii K.Krause [valid]
- Gonzalea nivea Bartl. ex DC. [valid]
Description
Arachnothryx buddleioides (also called Buddleioides Arachnothryx, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has small white flowers and is native to China. It is found in grasslands, open forests, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Arachnothryx buddleioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arachnothryx buddleioides has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arachnothryx buddleioides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Arachnothryx buddleioides
Arachnothryx buddleioides can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
Arachnothryx buddleioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arachnothryx buddleioides?
Arachnothryx buddleioides
What are the common names of Arachnothryx buddleioides?
Buddleja-like Spiderwort
What is the natural habitat of Arachnothryx buddleioides?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America
Species in the Arachnothryx genus
Arachnothryx aspera,
Arachnothryx bertieroides,
Arachnothryx bourgaei,
Arachnothryx brenesii,
Arachnothryx buddleioides,
Arachnothryx calycophylla,
Arachnothryx calycosa,
Arachnothryx capitellata,
Arachnothryx caucana,
Arachnothryx chaconis,
Arachnothryx chiapensis,
Arachnothryx chimboracensis,
Arachnothryx chiriquiana,
Arachnothryx colombiana,
Arachnothryx costanensis,
Arachnothryx cupreiflora,
Arachnothryx darienensis,
Arachnothryx discolor,
Arachnothryx dwyeri,
Arachnothryx educta,
Arachnothryx euryphylla,
Arachnothryx evansii,
Arachnothryx fosbergii,
Arachnothryx garciae,
Arachnothryx ginetteae,
Arachnothryx glabrata,
Arachnothryx gonzaleoides,
Arachnothryx gracilis,
Arachnothryx gracilispica,
Arachnothryx guerrerensis,
Arachnothryx guettardioides,
Arachnothryx heteranthera,
Arachnothryx hispidula,
Arachnothryx jurgensenii,
Arachnothryx laniflora,
Arachnothryx leucophylla,
Arachnothryx linguiformis,
Arachnothryx lojensis,
Arachnothryx macrocalyx,
Arachnothryx manantlanensis,
Arachnothryx mexicana,
Arachnothryx monteverdensis,
Arachnothryx myriantha,
Arachnothryx nebulosa,
Arachnothryx nitida,
Arachnothryx ovandensis,
Arachnothryx ovata,
Arachnothryx pansamalana,
Arachnothryx perezii,
Arachnothryx peruviana,
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,