Status:
valid
Authors:
Arènes
Source:
cmp
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 3: 73 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552346
Common Names
- Aspidopterys celebensis
- Celebes Aspidopterys
- Celebes Leafybract
Description
Aspidopterys celebensis (also called Celebes aspidopterys, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has large, leathery leaves and yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidopterys celebensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aspidopterys celebensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip and dark green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspidopterys celebensis can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water the plant regularly during the growing season and fertilize it every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Aspidopterys celebensis
Aspidopterys celebensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Aspidopterys celebensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspidopterys celebensis?
Aspidopterys celebensis
What is the common name of Aspidopterys celebensis?
Celebensis Aspidopterys
What is the family of Aspidopterys celebensis?
Rubiaceae
Species in the Aspidopterys genus
Aspidopterys albomarginata,
Aspidopterys balakrishnanii,
Aspidopterys canarensis,
Aspidopterys cavaleriei,
Aspidopterys celebensis,
Aspidopterys concava,
Aspidopterys cordata,
Aspidopterys elliptica,
Aspidopterys esquirolii,
Aspidopterys glabrifolia,
Aspidopterys glabriuscula,
Aspidopterys harmandiana,
Aspidopterys henryi,
Aspidopterys hirsuta,
Aspidopterys indica,
Aspidopterys jainii,
Aspidopterys lanuginosa,
Aspidopterys microcarpa,
Aspidopterys nutans,
Aspidopterys oligoneura,
Aspidopterys orbiculata,
Aspidopterys oxyphylla,
Aspidopterys thorelii,
Aspidopterys tomentosa,
Aspidopterys wallichii,
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii,
Acmanthera duckei,
Acmanthera fernandesii,
Acmanthera latifolia,
Acmanthera longifolia,
Acmanthera minima,
Acmanthera parviflora,
Acridocarpus adenophorus,
Acridocarpus alopecurus,
Acridocarpus alternifolius,
Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus,
Acridocarpus ballyi,
Acridocarpus camerunensis,
Acridocarpus chevalieri,
Acridocarpus chloropterus,
Acridocarpus congestus,
Acridocarpus congolensis,
Acridocarpus excelsus,
Acridocarpus glaucescens,
Acridocarpus hirundo,
Acridocarpus humbertii,
Acridocarpus humblotii,
Acridocarpus katangensis,
Acridocarpus ledermannii,
Acridocarpus longifolius,
Acridocarpus macrocalyx,
Acridocarpus mayumbensis,
Acridocarpus monodii,
Acridocarpus natalitius,
Acridocarpus oppositifolius,
Acridocarpus orientalis,
Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus,
Acridocarpus perrieri,
Acridocarpus plagiopterus,
Acridocarpus prasinus,
Acridocarpus scheffleri,
Acridocarpus smeathmannii,
Acridocarpus socotranus,
Acridocarpus spectabilis,
Acridocarpus staudtii,
Acridocarpus ugandensis,
Acridocarpus vanderystii,
Acridocarpus vivy,
Acridocarpus zanzibaricus,
Adelphia hiraea,
Adelphia macrophylla,
Adelphia mirabilis,
Adelphia platyrachis,
Aenigmatanthera doniana,
Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,