Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaucum
ID:
798207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 134 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000797540

Common Names

  • Canthium Glaucum
  • Glaucum Canthium
  • Glaucum's Canthium

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Description

Canthium glaucum (also called Glaucous Canthium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Canthium glaucum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Canthium glaucum sub. frangula (S.Moore) Bridson
Canthium glaucum sub. glaucum
Canthium glaucum var. pubescens Bridson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Canthium glaucum has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canthium glaucum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Canthium glaucum

Canthium glaucum is found in Tanzania.

Canthium glaucum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canthium glaucum?

Canthium glaucum

What is the growth habit of Canthium glaucum?

Canthium glaucum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall.

What is the natural habitat of Canthium glaucum?

Canthium glaucum is native to the coastal forests of South Africa.

Species in the Canthium genus

Canthium aciculatum, Canthium angustifolium, Canthium arboreum, Canthium aurantiacum, Canthium berberidifolium, Canthium bipinnatum, Canthium brunneum, Canthium calvum, Canthium cambodianum, Canthium campanulatum, Canthium cavaleriei, Canthium ciliatum, Canthium coffeoides, Canthium congestiflorum, Canthium cordatum, Canthium coromandelicum, Canthium depressinerve, Canthium ellipticum, Canthium fenicis, Canthium ferrugineum, Canthium filipendulum, Canthium fraternum, Canthium glaucum, Canthium gracilipes, Canthium hirtellum, Canthium hispido-nervosum, Canthium horridulum, Canthium horridum, Canthium inerme, Canthium korthalsianum, Canthium kuntzeanum, Canthium laeve, Canthium lasianthoides, Canthium libericum, Canthium longipes, Canthium lucidum, Canthium macrocarpum, Canthium megacarpum, Canthium megistocarpum, Canthium merrillianum, Canthium merrillii, Canthium mite, Canthium molle, Canthium moluccanum, Canthium oblongum, Canthium oligocarpum, Canthium parvifolium, Canthium paucinervium, Canthium pedunculare, Canthium polyanthum,

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,

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