Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
266615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb. ex Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1814

Citation Micro:
Cycl. 26: n.º 2 (1814)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265947

Common Names

  • Pavetta tomentosa
  • Woolly-leaved Pavetta
  • Tomentos Pavetta

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Synonyms

  • Ixora tomentosa Thwaites [unknown]
  • Ixora tomentosa Roxb. [valid]
  • Pavetta indica tomentosa (Roxb. ex Sm.) Bennet [valid]
  • Pavetta indica tomentosa (Roxb. ex Sm.) Hook.f. [valid]
  • Ixora tomentosa Roxb. ex Sm. [unknown]

Description

Pavetta tomentosa (also called Woolly Pavetta, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 8 m tall. It is native to India and is found in lowland and montane forests. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pavetta tomentosa is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pavetta tomentosa var. glabrescens (Kurz) Bremek.
Pavetta tomentosa var. tomentosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pavetta tomentosa is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Pavetta tomentosa: This species is propagated by seeds. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Pruning should be done to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Pavetta tomentosa

Pavetta tomentosa is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Pavetta tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavetta tomentosa?

Pavetta tomentosa

What is the family of Pavetta tomentosa?

Rubiaceae

Where is Pavetta tomentosa native to?

India

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-149006: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.