Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cachirense
ID:
261797

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(4): 28 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261129

Common Names

  • Cachire Arcytophyllum
  • Cachire Cat's Tail
  • Cachire Foxtail

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Synonyms

  • Mallostoma cachirensis H.Karst. [valid]
  • Arcytophyllum cephalanthum Standl. [valid]
  • Hedyotis cachirensis H.Karst. [valid]
  • Hedyotis cephalantha Wedd. [valid]
  • Mallostoma cachirense H.Karst. [unknown]

Description

Arcytophyllum cachirense (also called the Cachirense Arcytophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of arcytophyllid cephalopod, a type of extinct nautiloid. It is characterized by a long, straight shell with a pointed end. This species is native to Europe and was found in shallow marine environments.

Uses & Benefits

Arcytophyllum cachirense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arcytophyllum cachirense has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have round, serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arcytophyllum cachirense can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny or partially shaded position in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Arcytophyllum cachirense

Arcytophyllum cachirense is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Arcytophyllum cachirense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arcytophyllum cachirense?

Arcytophyllum cachirense

What is the natural habitat of Arcytophyllum cachirense?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

What is the flowering season of Arcytophyllum cachirense?

It flowers from April to July.

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-14431: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.