Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
grahamii
ID:
399819

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight) Ding Hou

Source:
ksu

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Blumea 12: 33 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399151



Common Names

  • Reissantia grahamii
  • Grahamii Reissantia
  • Grahamii False Nettle


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Synonyms

  • Kokoona luzoniensis Merr. [unknown]
  • Loeseneriella zippeliana (Miq.) A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Arnicratea grahamii (Wight) N.Hallé [unknown]
  • Hippocratea ellipticarpa Merr. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea lanceolata Buch.-Ham. ex Wall. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea megalocarpa Merr. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea salacioides Korth. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea zippeliana Miq. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea grahamii Wight [unknown]
  • Pristimera grahamii (Wight) A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Salacia paniculata Wall. [invalid]
  • Hippocratea obtusifolia Graham ex Wight [invalid]

Description

Reissantia grahamii (also called Graham's Reissantia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araliaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of South America. It is found in forests, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Reissantia grahamii is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and intestinal worms.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Reissantia grahamii are white and tubular, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Reissantia grahamii: Reissantia grahamii is best propagated by division of the rhizomes. Plant the rhizomes in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. The plant can be divided every few years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Reissantia grahamii

Reissantia grahamii is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Reissantia grahamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Reissantia grahamii?

Reissantia grahamii

What is the common name of Reissantia grahamii?

Graham's Reissantia

What is the growth habit of Reissantia grahamii?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Ding Hou (1921-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ding Hou' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:162487-1: Based on the initial data import