Catesbaea phyllacantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 122 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819293
Common Names
- Catesbaea phyllacantha
- Thorny Catesbaea
- Florida Keys Thatch Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Catesbaea phyllacantha (also called Leafy-flowered Catesbaea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows up to 1 m tall and has white or pinkish flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Catesbaea phyllacantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Catesbaea phyllacantha is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Catesbaea phyllacantha is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Caribbean. It is a low-maintenance plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Catesbaea phyllacantha
Catesbaea phyllacantha is native to the Caribbean, including the Bahamas, Cuba, and Hispaniola.
Catesbaea phyllacantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catesbaea phyllacantha?
Catesbaea phyllacantha
What is the common name of Catesbaea phyllacantha?
Leafy-spined Catesbaea
What is the natural habitat of Catesbaea phyllacantha?
Catesbaea phyllacantha is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.
Species in the Catesbaea genus
Catesbaea ekmaniana, Catesbaea flaviflora, Catesbaea foliosa, Catesbaea fuertesii, Catesbaea gamboana, Catesbaea glabra, Catesbaea grayi, Catesbaea holacantha, Catesbaea longispina, Catesbaea macrantha, Catesbaea melanocarpa, Catesbaea microcarpa, Catesbaea nana, Catesbaea parviflora, Catesbaea parvifolia, Catesbaea phyllacantha, Catesbaea sphaerocarpa, Catesbaea spinosa, Catesbaea macracantha,
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
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:745897-1: Based on the initial data import