Phialiphora capitulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitulata
ID:
921141
Status:
valid
Authors:
Groeninckx
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Taxon 59: 1823 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000920476
Common Names
- Phialiphora capitulata
- Capitulata Phialiphora
- Capitulata Phialiphora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phialiphora capitulata (also called Phialiphora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical forests. It has alternate, leathery leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Phialiphora capitulata is a popular ornamental shrub, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phialiphora capitulata is small and yellow, with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phialiphora capitulata is a tropical plant that is native to South America. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining potting mix. The pot should be placed in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The seedlings should be kept moist but not wet. Once the seedlings have established, they should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.
Where to Find Phialiphora capitulata
Phialiphora capitulata can be found in Madagascar.
Species in the Phialiphora 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-465938: Based on the initial data import
Inge Groeninckx (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Groeninckx' in the authors string.