Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
resinifluus
ID:
269051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 140 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268383

Common Names

  • Resinous-flowered Phialanthus
  • Resinous Phialanthus
  • Phialanthus Resinifluus

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Description

Phialanthus resinifluus (also called resin-flowing snowberry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with opposite, elliptic leaves, up to 10 cm long. It is native to Jamaica, Cuba, and Hispaniola, and it is found in dry or moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phialanthus resinifluus 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 resinifluus is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phialanthus resinifluus 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 resinifluus

Phialanthus resinifluus is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Phialanthus resinifluus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phialanthus resinifluus?

Phialanthus resinifluus

What is the common name of Phialanthus resinifluus?

Resin-flowing phialanthus

What type of flower does Phialanthus resinifluus 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-151365: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.