Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
leucophylla
ID:
256101

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Fl. Serres Jard. Eur. 5: t. 442 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255433

Common Names

  • Arachnothryx Leucophylla
  • Leucophylla Arachnothryx
  • Leucophylla

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Synonyms

  • Arachnothryx elongata Planch. [valid]
  • Arachnothryx leptodictya (B.L.Rob.) Borhidi [valid]
  • Arachnothryx yucatanensis (Lundell) Borhidi [valid]
  • Rondeletia dubia Hemsl. [valid]
  • Rondeletia elongata Bartl. ex DC. [valid]
  • Rondeletia leptodictya B.L.Rob. [valid]
  • Rondeletia leucophylla Kunth [valid]
  • Rondeletia leucophylla calycosa Greenm. [valid]
  • Rondeletia yucatanensis Lundell [valid]
  • Bouvardia discolor Hook. & Arn. [valid]
  • Hedyotis leucophylla Spreng. [valid]

Description

Arachnothryx leucophylla (also called 'White-leaved Spiderwort', among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with slender, hairy stems and white, lance-shaped leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Arachnothryx leucophylla has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as an astringent and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arachnothryx leucophylla has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arachnothryx leucophylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils.

Where to Find Arachnothryx leucophylla

Arachnothryx leucophylla is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Arachnothryx leucophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachnothryx leucophylla?

Arachnothryx leucophylla

What is the common name of Arachnothryx leucophylla?

White-leaf Arachnothryx

What is the natural habitat of Arachnothryx leucophylla?

Dry grasslands and scrubland

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,

References