Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
versteegii
ID:
837126

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Valeton) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 18: 272 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836461

Common Names

  • Chaetostachydium versteegii
  • Versteegii Chaetostachydium
  • Versteegii

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Description

Chaetostachydium versteegii (also called 'Versteeg's Chaetostachydium', among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is characterized by its evergreen leaves, which are alternate, simple, and ovate-lanceolate. It is found in tropical rainforests and dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetostachydium versteegii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaetostachydium versteegii has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetostachydium versteegii can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Chaetostachydium versteegii

Chaetostachydium versteegii is native to tropical rainforests in Ecuador.

Chaetostachydium versteegii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetostachydium versteegii?

Chaetostachydium versteegii

What is the natural habitat of Chaetostachydium versteegii?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Chaetostachydium versteegii?

Year-round

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-37374: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.