Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costata
ID:
222396

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.M.Hartog ex Baill.) Aubrév.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 3: 27 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221725

Common Names

  • Labramia costata
  • Costate Labramia
  • Costate-Leaved Labramia

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Synonyms

  • Manilkara costata Dubard [unknown]
  • Manilkara guillotii (Hochr.) H.J.Lam [unknown]
  • Mimusops costata M.M.Hartog ex Baill. [unknown]
  • Mimusops guillotii Hochr. [unknown]

Description

Labramia costata (also called Costate labramia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests. It has white flowers and grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Labramia costata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in aromatherapy. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Labramia costata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, yellow-green seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Labramia costata is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in a container or in the ground and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat, compact shape.

Where to Find Labramia costata

Labramia costata is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and western regions of the island.

Labramia costata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Labramia costata?

Labramia costata

What is the natural habitat of Labramia costata?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the color of Labramia costata's flowers?

White or greenish-white

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106690: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
André Aubréville (1897-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubrév.' in the authors string.
Marcus Hartog (1851-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.M.Hartog' in the authors string.