Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salicifolium
ID:
966864

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 125 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000966202

Common Names

  • Salicifolium Exostema
  • Exostema Salicifolium
  • Salicifolium

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Description

Exostema salicifolium (also called 'Willow-leaved Exostema', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in wet forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Exostema salicifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Exostema salicifolium is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Exostema salicifolium can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. They should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Exostema salicifolium

Exostema salicifolium is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

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-83594: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.