Vitex lignum-vitae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Schauer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 11: 692 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333217
Common Names
- Vitex lignum-vitae
- Lignum-Vitae Vitex
- Wood-of-Life Chaste Tree
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- Premna lignum-vitae W.Piep. [unknown]
- Vitex guajaci Herb. [unknown]
Description
Vitex lignum-vitae (also called lignum vitae, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family. It is native to the Caribbean, and is found in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade.
Uses & Benefits
Vitex lignum-vitae is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a fertilizer for plants.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vitex lignum-vitae flowers are white or pink, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vitex lignum-vitae is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Vitex lignum-vitae
Vitex lignum-vitae can be found in Central and South America.
Vitex lignum-vitae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vitex lignum-vitae?
Vitex lignum-vitae
What is the family of Vitex lignum-vitae?
Lamiaceae
What is the common name of Vitex lignum-vitae?
Lignum-vitae Vitex
Species in the Vitex genus
Vitex acuminata, Vitex acunae, Vitex agelaeifolia, Vitex agnus-castus, Vitex ajugiflora, Vitex altissima, Vitex amaniensis, Vitex angolensis, Vitex aurea, Vitex befotakensis, Vitex benuensis, Vitex beraviensis, Vitex betsiliensis, Vitex bogalensis, Vitex bojeri, Vitex bracteata, Vitex brevilabiata, Vitex brevipetiolata, Vitex buchananii, Vitex burmensis, Vitex caespitosa, Vitex calothyrsa, Vitex canescens, Vitex capitata, Vitex carbunculorum, Vitex cauliflora, Vitex cestroides, Vitex chrysleriana, Vitex chrysocarpa, Vitex chrysomallum, Vitex ciliata, Vitex clementis, Vitex cochinchinensis, Vitex cofassus, Vitex collina, Vitex colombiensis, Vitex compressa, Vitex congolensis, Vitex cooperi, Vitex coursi, Vitex cuspidata, Vitex cymosa, Vitex degeneriana, Vitex dinklagei, Vitex discoideo-glandulosa, Vitex divaricata, Vitex diversifolia, Vitex djumaensis, Vitex doniana, Vitex duckei,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-213572: Based on the initial data import
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
Johannes Conrad Schauer (1813-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schauer' in the authors string.