Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multibracteata
ID:
1512515

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Elmer) Arriola & Alejandro

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Blumea 65(1): 88. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001839

Common Names

  • Villaria Multibracteata
  • Multibracteata Satinash
  • White Satinash

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Description

Villaria multibracteata (also called 'Multi-bracted Villaria', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Villaria multibracteata is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Villaria multibracteata has small, white flowers and black seeds. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Villaria multibracteata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Villaria multibracteata

Villaria multibracteata is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Veracruz.

Villaria multibracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Villaria multibracteata?

Villaria multibracteata

What is the common name of Villaria multibracteata?

Multi-bracted Villaria

What is the natural habitat of Villaria multibracteata?

Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes

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,