Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kaneh.) Markgr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 12: 49 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158902
Common Names
- Carolina Astronidium
- Carolina Star Flower
- Carolina Star-Flower
Synonyms
- Astronia carolinensis Kaneh. [unknown]
- Astronidium kusaianum Hosok. [unknown]
Description
Astronidium carolinense (also called Carolina Astronidium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforest of New Caledonia. It prefers moist, humid environments and is often found in lowland rainforest.
Uses & Benefits
Astronidium carolinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astronidium carolinense is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a single, large, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astronidium carolinense is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Astronidium carolinense
Astronidium carolinense is native to tropical rainforests in the Caroline Islands.
Astronidium carolinense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astronidium carolinense?
Astronidium carolinense
What type of plant is Astronidium carolinense?
A shrub
Where is Astronidium carolinense native to?
Caribbean
Species in the Astronidium genus
Astronidium aneityense,
Astronidium banksianum,
Astronidium brassii,
Astronidium carolinense,
Astronidium confertiflorum,
Astronidium degeneri,
Astronidium floribundum,
Astronidium glabrum,
Astronidium inflatum,
Astronidium kasiense,
Astronidium lepidotum,
Astronidium macranthum,
Astronidium navigatorum,
Astronidium novae-hannoverae,
Astronidium palauense,
Astronidium pallidiflorum,
Astronidium ponapense,
Astronidium robustum,
Astronidium samoense,
Astronidium saulae,
Astronidium sessilie,
Astronidium storckii,
Astronidium subcordatum,
Astronidium subvaginatum,
Astronidium tomentosum,
Astronidium victoriae,
Astronidium angulosum,
Astronidium basinervatum,
Astronidium biakense,
Astronidium bracteatum,
Astronidium circumscissum,
Astronidium constrictum,
Astronidium cuneatum,
Astronidium fragilissimum,
Astronidium glabratum,
Astronidium infundibulare,
Astronidium laeve,
Astronidium lemafaense,
Astronidium lepidopunctatum,
Astronidium loloruense,
Astronidium mammiforme,
Astronidium micranthum,
Astronidium miraculum-dei,
Astronidium morobiense,
Astronidium novae-ebudaense,
Astronidium pallidum,
Astronidium pseudoparviflorum,
Astronidium puberulum,
Astronidium rhaphidifolium,
Astronidium sinuosum,
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Acanthella sprucei,
Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,