Canthium tavoyanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.Parker) Merr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 35: 155 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800283
Common Names
- Canthium Tavoyanum
- Tavoyan Canthium
- Tavoyan Wild Coffee
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Canthium tavoyanum (also called 'Tavoyan Canthium', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It grows up to 10 m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 20 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Canthium tavoyanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach ache.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Canthium tavoyanum var. tavoyanumCanthium tavoyanum var. glabriforme Craib
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Canthium tavoyanum is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black in colour. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Canthium tavoyanum is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It requires minimal maintenance and can be pruned to shape.
Where to Find Canthium tavoyanum
Canthium tavoyanum can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Canthium tavoyanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Canthium tavoyanum?
Canthium tavoyanum
What is the common name of Canthium tavoyanum?
Tavoyan Coffee
What is the family of Canthium tavoyanum?
Rubiaceae
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-33873: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Richard Neville Parker (1884-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Parker' in the authors string.