Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
guantanamensis
ID:
269038

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 29: 195 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268370

Common Names

  • Guantanamo Phialanthus
  • Guantanamo's Phialanthus
  • Phialanthus Guantanamensis

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Description

Phialanthus guantanamensis (also called Guantánamo Phialanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It has a short stem with several leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in humid forests, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Phialanthus guantanamensis has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It has also been used as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phialanthus guantanamensis is yellow or orange with a yellow or orange lip. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phialanthus guantanamensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Phialanthus guantanamensis

Phialanthus guantanamensis is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Phialanthus guantanamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phialanthus guantanamensis?

Phialanthus guantanamensis

What is the common name of Phialanthus guantanamensis?

Guantanamo phialanthus

What type of flower does Phialanthus guantanamensis produce?

White, yellow, or pink flowers

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-151353: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.