Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oliganthum
ID:
839681

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Boerl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Handl. Fl. Ned. Ind. 2(1): 134 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000839016

Common Names

  • Canthium Oliganthum
  • Canthium Bush
  • Bush Canthium

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Description

Canthium oliganthum (also called Oliganthum Canthium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats, such as wet meadows, marshes, and stream banks. It has a tufted habit, and its leaves are long and narrow, with a sharp tip.

Uses & Benefits

Canthium oliganthum is a popular houseplant that is known for its air-purifying properties and its ability to thrive in low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Canthium oliganthum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canthium oliganthum is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Canthium oliganthum

Canthium oliganthum can be found in tropical rainforests in India.

Canthium oliganthum FAQ

What type of soil is best for Canthium oliganthum?

Canthium oliganthum prefers a well-draining soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.0.

How much light does Canthium oliganthum need?

Canthium oliganthum needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Canthium oliganthum be watered?

Canthium oliganthum should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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-376349: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Jacob Gijsbert Boerlage (1849-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boerl.' in the authors string.