Canthium trichophorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Quisumb. & Merr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 37: 201 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800453
Common Names
- Trichophorum Canthium
- Trichophorum Orchid
- Trichophorum Bee Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Canthium trichophorum (also called 'Hairy Canthium' and 'Hairy Canthium', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 3m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in evergreen forests, along streams and in other moist areas.
Uses & Benefits
Canthium trichophorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Canthium trichophorum has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have opposite, ovate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Canthium trichophorum is a small shrub native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should then be transplanted into individual pots. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Canthium trichophorum
Canthium trichophorum is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Canthium trichophorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Canthium trichophorum?
Canthium trichophorum
What is the common name of Canthium trichophorum?
Hairy Canthium
Where is Canthium trichophorum found?
Mexico, Central America, and South America
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-33890: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Eduardo Quisumbing (1895-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quisumb.' in the authors string.