Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
vestita
ID:
1302907

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andriam., Lowry & G.E.Schatz

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Candollea 71: 168 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315361

Common Names

  • Vestita Pentachlaena
  • Pentachlaena Tree
  • Pentachlaena Vestita

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Description

Pentachlaena vestita (also called Vestite Pentachlaena, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It grows up to 10 m (33 ft) tall and has fragrant white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pentachlaena vestita is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentachlaena vestita has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentachlaena vestita is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the ground.

Where to Find Pentachlaena vestita

Pentachlaena vestita is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Pentachlaena vestita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentachlaena vestita?

Pentachlaena vestita

What is the common name of Pentachlaena vestita?

Vestite Pentachlaena

What is the natural habitat of Pentachlaena vestita?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family

Eremolaena darainensis, Eremolaena humblotiana, Eremolaena rotundifolia, Leptolaena abrahamii, Leptolaena arenaria, Leptolaena cuspidata, Leptolaena delphinensis, Leptolaena gautieri, Leptolaena masoalensis, Leptolaena multiflora, Leptolaena pauciflora, Leptolaena raymondii, Mediusella bernieri, Pentachlaena betamponensis, Pentachlaena latifolia, Pentachlaena orientalis, Pentachlaena vestita, Perrierodendron boinense, Perrierodendron capuronii, Perrierodendron occidentale, Perrierodendron quartzitorum, Perrierodendron rodoense, Rhodolaena acutifolia, Rhodolaena altivola, Rhodolaena bakeriana, Rhodolaena coriacea, Rhodolaena humblotii, Rhodolaena leroyana, Rhodolaena macrocarpa, Sarcolaena codonochlamys, Sarcolaena delphinensis, Sarcolaena eriophora, Sarcolaena grandiflora, Sarcolaena humbertiana, Sarcolaena isaloensis, Sarcolaena multiflora, Sarcolaena oblongifolia, Schizolaena capuronii, Schizolaena cauliflora, Schizolaena cavacoana, Schizolaena charlotteae, Schizolaena elongata, Schizolaena exinvolucrata, Schizolaena gereaui, Schizolaena hystrix, Schizolaena isaloensis, Schizolaena manomboensis, Schizolaena masoalensis, Schizolaena microphylla, Schizolaena milleri,

References

Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
George Edward Schatz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Schatz' in the authors string.
A.V. Andriamampandry: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andriam.' in the authors string.