Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) A.C.Sm. & S.P.Darwin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Fl. Vit. Nova 4: 237 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933911
Common Names
- Cyclophyllum rectinervium
- Rectinervium Cyclophyllum
- Rectinervium Tree Orchid
Description
Cyclophyllum rectinervium (also called Rectinerved 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 rectinervium 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 rectinervium has white flowers with a yellow center, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyclophyllum rectinervium 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 rectinervium
Cyclophyllum rectinervium is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
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,