Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platanoides
ID:
222399

Status:
valid

Authors:
Capuron ex Aubrév.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 4: 376 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221728

Common Names

  • Labramia platanoides
  • Platanoid Labramia
  • Platanoid-Leaved Labramia

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Description

Labramia platanoides (also called Platanoides 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 platanoides 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 platanoides 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

Cultivation and propagation of Labramia platanoides: This species is propagated by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Labramia platanoides

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

Labramia platanoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Labramia platanoides?

Labramia platanoides

What is the natural habitat of Labramia platanoides?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the color of Labramia platanoides'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-106693: Based on the initial data import
René Paul Raymond Capuron (1921-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Capuron' in the authors string.
André Aubréville (1897-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubrév.' in the authors string.