Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
310368

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi & O.Muñiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 17: 33 (1971 publ. 1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309700

Common Names

  • Shaferocharis multiflora
  • Many-flowered Shaferocharis
  • Many-flowered Starwort

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Description

Shaferocharis multiflora (also called Many-flowered Shaferocharis, among many other common names) is a small shrub with many white flowers native to Central and South America. It typically grows in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Shaferocharis multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Shaferocharis multiflora is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Shaferocharis multiflora are small and have a green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Shaferocharis multiflora is a tropical shrub that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Shaferocharis multiflora

Shaferocharis multiflora can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Shaferocharis multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Shaferocharis multiflora?

Shaferocharis multiflora

What is the common name of Shaferocharis multiflora?

Tree

What is the natural habitat of Shaferocharis multiflora?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-190917: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Onaney Muñiz Gutiérrez (1937-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Muñiz' in the authors string.