Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
lavarum
ID:
261962

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261294

Common Names

  • Lavar Arcytophyllum
  • Arcytophyllum lavarum
  • Lavar Arcytophyllum

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Description

Arcytophyllum lavarum (also called 'Lavarum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, usually 2–4 m tall, with a dense crown of branches. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America, where it is found in a variety of habitats, including dry forests, moist forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Arcytophyllum lavarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

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 lavarum 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 lavarum

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

Arcytophyllum lavarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arcytophyllum lavarum?

Arcytophyllum lavarum

What are the common names of Arcytophyllum lavarum?

Lavar Arcytophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Arcytophyllum lavarum?

It is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia

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-14446: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.