Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
areolata
ID:
336813

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Novon 12: 566 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336145

Common Names

  • Faramea areolata
  • Areolate Faramea
  • Areolate Star

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Description

Faramea areolata (also called Areolate Faramea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central America. It grows up to 2 m tall and has glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in dry, open forests and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Faramea areolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Faramea areolata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Faramea areolata is a small, evergreen, succulent shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 feet) tall. It can be propagated by cuttings or by dividing the root ball. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The root ball can be divided in spring or fall and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Faramea areolata

Faramea areolata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Faramea areolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Faramea areolata?

Faramea areolata

What is the common name of Faramea areolata?

Areolate Faramea

What is the natural habitat of Faramea areolata?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Faramea genus

Faramea accumulans, Faramea areolata, Faramea guaramacalensis, Faramea hymenocalyx, Faramea longistipula, Faramea paratiensis, Faramea picinguabae, Faramea zamorensis, Faramea chiapensis, Faramea oaxacensis, Faramea pedunculata, Faramea schunkeana, Faramea melicoccoides, Faramea frondosa, Faramea colombiana, Faramea nocturna, Faramea biflora, Faramea condorica, Faramea bicolor, Faramea atlantica, Faramea ortiziana, Faramea robusta, Faramea acuminatissima, Faramea affinis, Faramea ampla, Faramea amplifolia, Faramea angusta, Faramea anisocalyx, Faramea anisodonta, Faramea apodantha, Faramea aristata, Faramea australis, Faramea axillaris, Faramea axilliflora, Faramea bahiensis, Faramea bangii, Faramea belizensis, Faramea berryi, Faramea blanchetiana, Faramea blechoides, Faramea boomii, Faramea brachyloba, Faramea brachysiphon, Faramea bracteata, Faramea brevipes, Faramea calimana, Faramea calophylla, Faramea calyciflora, Faramea calyptrata, Faramea campanella,

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-216513: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.