Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
anthophylla
ID:
250542

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 198 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249874

Common Names

  • Anthophylla Nematostylis
  • Nematostylis anthophylla
  • Anthophylla

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Synonyms

  • Nematostylis loranthoides Hook.f. [valid]
  • Pavetta anthophylla A.Rich. ex DC. [valid]
  • Alberta loranthoides (Hook.f.) Cavaco [valid]
  • Alberta loranthoides latisepala Cavaco [valid]
  • Alberta loranthoides linearifolia Cavaco [valid]

Description

Nematostylis anthophylla (also called White Guava, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has a rounded crown and a single trunk, with dark green, leathery leaves and white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, from dry coastal forests to wetter tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Nematostylis anthophylla is a plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments. It is also used as a dye plant and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nematostylis anthophylla are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nematostylis anthophylla can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both seedlings and cuttings should be grown in a warm, sunny location and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Nematostylis anthophylla

Nematostylis anthophylla can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Nematostylis anthophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nematostylis anthophylla?

Nematostylis anthophylla

What is the common name of Nematostylis anthophylla?

Flower-leaved Nematostylis

What is the native range of Nematostylis anthophylla?

Australia

Species in the Nematostylis genus

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