Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb.) Bremek.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 48(2): 152 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251768
Common Names
- Nesohedyotis arborea
- Arboreal Nesohedyotis
- Tree Nesohedyotis
Synonyms
- Oldenlandia arborea K.Schum. [valid]
- Hedyotis arborea Roxb. [valid]
Description
Nesohedyotis arborea (also called Tree Nesohedyotis, among many other common names) is a medium-sized, evergreen tree native to South America. It has large, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Nesohedyotis arborea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nesohedyotis arborea is white and star-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and slender, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nesohedyotis arborea is a terrestrial orchid species native to Taiwan. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is by division of the mature plant or by seed.
Where to Find Nesohedyotis arborea
Nesohedyotis arborea is found in tropical Africa, including Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Togo.
Nesohedyotis arborea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nesohedyotis arborea?
Nesohedyotis arborea
What is the common name of Nesohedyotis arborea?
Tree Nesohedyotis
What type of plant is Nesohedyotis arborea?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Nesohedyotis 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,