Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Moore) A.P.Davis & Ruhsam
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Blumea 50: 577 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625352
Common Names
- Valetonianum Cyclophyllum
- Valetonian Cyclophyllum
- Valeton's Cyclophyllum
Description
Cyclophyllum valetonianum (also called Valeton's Cyclophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub, up to 3 m tall, with large, glossy leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia, and its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cyclophyllum valetonianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cyclophyllum valetonianum are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyclophyllum valetonianum is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a healthy stem and allow the cut end to dry out for a few days before planting it in a pot filled with well-draining soil. Water the soil lightly and keep it in a warm, bright area. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Cyclophyllum valetonianum
Cyclophyllum valetonianum can be found in New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.
Cyclophyllum valetonianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyclophyllum valetonianum?
Cyclophyllum valetonianum
What type of plant is Cyclophyllum valetonianum?
Tree
What is the natural habitat of Cyclophyllum valetonianum?
Tropical rainforests
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
Markus Ruhsam: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruhsam' in the authors string.