Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
merrillianum
ID:
934570

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 2: 168 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933908

Common Names

  • Cyclophyllum merrillianum
  • Merrillianum Cyclophyllum
  • Merrillianum Tree Orchid

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Description

Cyclophyllum merrillianum (also called Merrill's Cyclophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia. It is a member of the Rubiaceae family and grows to a height of up to 4 m. It has ovate leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Cyclophyllum merrillianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyclophyllum merrillianum has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyclophyllum merrillianum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in the same soil.

Where to Find Cyclophyllum merrillianum

Cyclophyllum merrillianum is native to Australia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Species in the Cyclophyllum genus

Cyclophyllum brevipes, Cyclophyllum coprosmoides, Cyclophyllum costatum, Cyclophyllum longipetalum, Cyclophyllum maritimum, Cyclophyllum multiflorum, Cyclophyllum protractum, Cyclophyllum rostellatum, Cyclophyllum schultzii, Cyclophyllum jasminifolium, Cyclophyllum caudatum, Cyclophyllum longiflorum, Cyclophyllum novoguineensis, Cyclophyllum valetonianum, Cyclophyllum lordbergense, Cyclophyllum subsessile, Cyclophyllum urophyllum, Cyclophyllum fragrans, Cyclophyllum baladense, Cyclophyllum balansae, Cyclophyllum barbatum, Cyclophyllum calyculatum, Cyclophyllum cardiocarpum, Cyclophyllum cymosum, Cyclophyllum deplanchei, Cyclophyllum francii, Cyclophyllum henriettae, Cyclophyllum merrillianum, Cyclophyllum pancheri, Cyclophyllum rectinervium, Cyclophyllum sagittatum, Cyclophyllum saviense, Cyclophyllum sessilifolium, Cyclophyllum subulatum, Cyclophyllum tenuipes, Cyclophyllum vieillardii, Cyclophyllum guillauminianum, Cyclophyllum tiebaghiense, Cyclophyllum tieaense, Cyclophyllum pindaiense, Cyclophyllum letocartiorum, Cyclophyllum macphersonii, Cyclophyllum memaoyaense,

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-52709: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.