Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
coriaceum
ID:
216656

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 2: 455 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215985



Common Names

  • Anodendron coriaceum
  • Coriaceum Ant Plant
  • Leathery Ant Plant


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Synonyms

  • Anodendron gracilentum Markgr. [unknown]
  • Anodendron coriaceum salaccense Hochr. [unknown]
  • Chonemorpha coriacea G.Don [unknown]
  • Echites coriaceus Blume [unknown]

Description

Anodendron coriaceum (also called the leathery anodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anodendron coriaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anodendron coriaceum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped seedlings with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anodendron coriaceum is a slow-growing shrub that can be propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray, and can be grown in a wide range of climates.

Where to Find Anodendron coriaceum

Anodendron coriaceum can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Anodendron coriaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anodendron coriaceum?

Anodendron coriaceum

What is the common name of Anodendron coriaceum?

Coriaceum Palm

What are the characteristics of Anodendron coriaceum?

Anodendron coriaceum is a small to medium-sized, single-stemmed palm with a slender trunk and a crown of up to 10 leaves.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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