Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbelligerum
ID:
801152

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 4: 252 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800486

Common Names

  • Canthium Umbelligerum
  • Umbelligerum Canthium
  • Canthium of Umbelliger

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Description

Canthium umbelligerum (also called 'Umbel-bearing Canthium' and 'Umbel-bearing 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 umbelligerum is used as a hedge plant and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Canthium umbelligerum has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canthium umbelligerum is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It has dark green, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers that are produced in clusters. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Canthium umbelligerum

Canthium umbelligerum is found in Madagascar.

Canthium umbelligerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canthium umbelligerum?

Canthium umbelligerum

What is the common name of Canthium umbelligerum?

Unknown

Where is Canthium umbelligerum found?

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,

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