Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
setulosa
ID:
399822

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) N.Hallé

Source:
ksu

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 17: 408 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399154



Common Names

  • Reissantia setulosa
  • Setulosa Reissantia
  • Setulosa False Nettle


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Synonyms

  • Pristimera setulosa A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Reissantia setulosa (also called 'Setulose Reissantia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Reissantia setulosa is a small shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin ailments and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Reissantia setulosa 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 setulosa: Reissantia setulosa 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 setulosa

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

Reissantia setulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Reissantia setulosa?

Reissantia setulosa

What is the common name of Reissantia setulosa?

Setulose Reissantia

What is the growth habit of Reissantia setulosa?

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

Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:162491-1: Based on the initial data import