Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
capitatum
ID:
261808

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261140

Common Names

  • Capitate Arcytophyllum
  • Capitate Cat's Tail
  • Capitate Foxtail

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Synonyms

  • Arcytophyllum latifolium Standl. [valid]
  • Rachicallis capitata Benth. [valid]
  • Ereicoctis capitata Kuntze [valid]
  • Hedyotis capitata Walp. [illegitimate]
  • Hedyotis hartwegiana Wedd. [valid]

Description

Arcytophyllum capitatum (also called the Capitate 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 capitatum 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 capitatum 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 capitatum 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 capitatum

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

Arcytophyllum capitatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arcytophyllum capitatum?

Arcytophyllum capitatum

What is the natural habitat of Arcytophyllum capitatum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

What is the flowering season of Arcytophyllum capitatum?

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-14432: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.