Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
angulata
ID:
1302915

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Razafim., Ferm, B.Bremer & Kårehed

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 263: 107 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315369

Common Names

  • Angulata Paracarphalea
  • Paracarphalea Tree
  • Paracarphalea Angulata

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Description

Paracarphalea angulata (also called Angled Paracarphalea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It grows up to 10 m (33 ft) tall and has fragrant white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Paracarphalea angulata is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paracarphalea angulata has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paracarphalea angulata is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the ground.

Where to Find Paracarphalea angulata

Paracarphalea angulata is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Paracarphalea angulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paracarphalea angulata?

Paracarphalea angulata

What is the common name of Paracarphalea angulata?

Angled Carphalea

Where is Paracarphalea angulata found?

It is found in Madagascar

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

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.
Jesper Kårehed (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kårehed' in the authors string.
Julia Ferm: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ferm' in the authors string.