Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
albens
ID:
252918

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 88(3): 488 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000252250

Common Names

  • Notopleura albens
  • Albens Notopleura
  • Albens's Notopleura

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Description

Notopleura albens (also called Notopleura albens, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is a perennial herb with ovate to lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Notopleura albens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Notopleura albens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Notopleura albens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a mix of peat and sand. The soil should be kept moist and the cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Notopleura albens

Notopleura albens can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Notopleura albens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Notopleura albens?

Notopleura albens

What is the common name of Notopleura albens?

Albens Notopleura

Where is Notopleura albens native to?

South America

Species in the Notopleura genus

Notopleura acuta, Notopleura aequatoriana, Notopleura aggregata, Notopleura agostinii, Notopleura albens, Notopleura aligera, Notopleura aneurophylla, Notopleura aneurophylloides, Notopleura angustissima, Notopleura anomothyrsa, Notopleura araguensis, Notopleura callejasii, Notopleura camponutans, Notopleura capacifolia, Notopleura chapensis, Notopleura cincinalis, Notopleura congesta, Notopleura crassa, Notopleura cundinamarcana, Notopleura decurrens, Notopleura discolor, Notopleura dukei, Notopleura epiphytica, Notopleura fernandezii, Notopleura hondurensis, Notopleura humensis, Notopleura iridescens, Notopleura lanosa, Notopleura lateralis, Notopleura lateriflora, Notopleura latistipula, Notopleura leucantha, Notopleura longipedunculoides, Notopleura longissima, Notopleura macrophylla, Notopleura macropodantha, Notopleura marginata, Notopleura maxonii, Notopleura merumensis, Notopleura micayensis, Notopleura microbracteata, Notopleura multiramosa, Notopleura nepokroeffiae, Notopleura palestinae, Notopleura panamensis, Notopleura parasiggersiana, Notopleura patria, Notopleura peperomiae, Notopleura perpapillifera, Notopleura perparva,

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-135884: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.