Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
261897

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 11: 182 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261229

Common Names

  • Ericoides Arcytophyllum
  • Ericoides Cat's Tail
  • Ericoides Foxtail

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Synonyms

  • Anotis ericoides DC. [valid]
  • Anotis thymifolia ericoides (Willd. ex Roem. & Schult.) Wedd. [unknown]
  • Arcytophyllum parvifolium K.Krause [valid]
  • Arcytophyllum virgatum Standl. [valid]
  • Hedyotis thymifolia ericoides (Willd. ex Roem. & Schult.) Wedd. [valid]
  • Ereicoctis ericoides (Willd.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Hedyotis ericoides Willd. [valid]

Description

Arcytophyllum ericoides (also called Ericoid Java Tea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small white flowers. It is native to tropical Asia and prefers moist, shady areas. It grows up to 1.2 m tall.

Uses & Benefits

Arcytophyllum ericoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make tea. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties which can help reduce fever and treat urinary tract infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: white, in small heads, Seed: small, black, Seedlings: oval-shaped leaves with pointed tips

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arcytophyllum ericoides is a terrestrial orchid that is best grown in a moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial to full shade. Propagation is by division of the mature clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Arcytophyllum ericoides

Arcytophyllum ericoides is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Arcytophyllum ericoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arcytophyllum ericoides?

Arcytophyllum ericoides

What are the common names of Arcytophyllum ericoides?

Heath Star-apple

What is the native range of Arcytophyllum ericoides?

Tropical America

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