Canthium hispido-nervosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) C.M.Evrard
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 37: 459 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000797778
Common Names
- Canthium Hispido-Nervosum
- Hispido-Nervosum Canthium
- Canthium of Hispido-Nervos
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Canthium hispido-nervosum (also called Hirsute-Nerved 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 hispido-nervosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Canthium hispido-nervosum is white and tubular, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Canthium hispido-nervosum is a small shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Canthium hispido-nervosum
Canthium hispido-nervosum is native to tropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Canthium hispido-nervosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Canthium hispido-nervosum?
Canthium hispido-nervosum
What is the common name of Canthium hispido-nervosum?
Hispido-nervose Canthium
What is the natural habitat of Canthium hispido-nervosum?
Dry forests and woodlands
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-33627: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Charles Marie Evrard (1926-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Evrard' in the authors string.