Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
javanica
ID:
534129

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Fl. Javae , Anon.: 66 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533461

Common Names

  • Javan Anaxagorea
  • Anaxagorea javanica
  • Javan Anaxagorea Tree

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Description

Anaxagorea javanica (also called Java Anaxagorea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the plantain family. It is native to Central and South America and is found in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, swamps, and disturbed areas. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Anaxagorea javanica is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antispasmodic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anaxagorea javanica var. tripetala Corner
Anaxagorea javanica var. javanica
Anaxagorea javanica var. dipetala Corner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anaxagorea javanica are white or yellowish-white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaxagorea javanica is a tropical evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by cuttings or air layering.

Where to Find Anaxagorea javanica

Anaxagorea javanica can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Anaxagorea javanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaxagorea javanica?

Anaxagorea javanica

What are the common names of Anaxagorea javanica?

Javanese Anaxagorea

What is the habitat of Anaxagorea javanica?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:72037-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.