Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ankasensis
ID:
1581755

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.D.Hawth.

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Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042688

Common Names

  • Pavetta Ankasensis
  • Ankasensis Pavetta
  • Pavetta of Ankasensis

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Description

Pavetta ankasensis (also called 'Ankasensis Pavetta', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America. It typically grows to a height of 3-4 m and is characterized by its large, glossy leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It is found in humid forests and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Pavetta ankasensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pavetta ankasensis has small, white flowers with five petals, and each flower is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavetta ankasensis is a tropical shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pavetta ankasensis

Pavetta ankasensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Pavetta ankasensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavetta ankasensis?

Pavetta ankasensis

What are the common names of Pavetta ankasensis?

Common names include Ankasensis pavetta, Ankasensis pavetta tree, and Ankasensis pavetta bush.

What is the natural habitat of Pavetta ankasensis?

Pavetta ankasensis is found in tropical dry and moist forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Species in the Pavetta genus

Pavetta abyssinica, Pavetta aethiopica, Pavetta agrostiphylla, Pavetta akeassii, Pavetta amaniensis, Pavetta andongensis, Pavetta angolensis, Pavetta angustifolia, Pavetta ankolensis, Pavetta antennifera, Pavetta arenicola, Pavetta arenosa, Pavetta aspera, Pavetta australiensis, Pavetta axillaris, Pavetta axillipara, Pavetta backeri, Pavetta baconiella, Pavetta bagshawei, Pavetta balinensis, Pavetta bangweensis, Pavetta barbata, Pavetta barbertonensis, Pavetta barnesii, Pavetta basilanensis, Pavetta batanensis, Pavetta batesiana, Pavetta bauchei, Pavetta bequaertii, Pavetta bidentata, Pavetta bidgoodiae, Pavetta bilineata, Pavetta blanda, Pavetta bowkeri, Pavetta brachyantha, Pavetta brachycalyx, Pavetta brachysiphon, Pavetta breviflora, Pavetta brevituba, Pavetta brownii, Pavetta bruceana, Pavetta bruneelii, Pavetta brunonis, Pavetta buchneri, Pavetta burttii, Pavetta buruensis, Pavetta calothyrsa, Pavetta cambodiensis, Pavetta camerounensis, Pavetta candelabra,

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,