Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
eggersii
ID:
1335133

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Mangelsdorff, Meve & Liede

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 46: 452 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347587



Common Names

  • Anemotrochus eggersii
  • Eggersii Anemotrochus
  • Eggersii Seastar


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Description

Anemotrochus eggersii (also called Eggers' Anemotrochus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a thin stem and grows to a height of up to 2 meters. Its leaves are simple and have a glossy green color. It is found in wet and moist habitats such as rainforests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Anemotrochus eggersii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anemotrochus eggersii has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a rough surface. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anemotrochus eggersii is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree that can be grown outdoors in warm climates or as a houseplant in cooler climates. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy stem, remove the lower leaves, and dip the end in rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a pot of moist soil and keep it in a warm, bright spot. Water regularly and the cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Anemotrochus eggersii

Anemotrochus eggersii can be found in the Philippines, Sulawesi, and New Guinea.

Anemotrochus eggersii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anemotrochus eggersii?

Anemotrochus eggersii

What is the common name of Anemotrochus eggersii?

Egger's Anemotrochus

What is the natural habitat of Anemotrochus eggersii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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References

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.
Ralph Daniel Mangelsdorff (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mangelsdorff' in the authors string.