Status:
valid
Authors:
Ducke
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 3: 254 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264335
Common Names
- Parachimarrhis breviloba
- Breviloba Parachimarrhis
- Breviloba Parachimarrhis Tree
Description
Parachimarrhis breviloba (also called 'Short-Leafed Chimarrhis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. It grows in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Parachimarrhis breviloba is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems, skin conditions, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parachimarrhis breviloba is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long stem and a single, small, green leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Parachimarrhis breviloba is a shrub native to Africa. It prefers warm temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C) and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Parachimarrhis breviloba
Parachimarrhis breviloba is native to Madagascar and can be found in the wild in the provinces of Antsiranana and Toamasina.
Parachimarrhis breviloba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parachimarrhis breviloba?
Parachimarrhis breviloba
What is the common name of Parachimarrhis breviloba?
Breviloba Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Parachimarrhis breviloba?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Parachimarrhis 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,