Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
andohahelensis
ID:
507097

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 28: 13 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506429



Common Names

  • Aspidostemon andohahelensis
  • Andohahelensis Aspidostemon
  • Andohahelensis Aspidostemon


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Description

Aspidostemon andohahelensis (also called Andohahela aspidostemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading crown, and its leaves are obovate to elliptic. It is native to Madagascar, and its habitats include moist forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidostemon andohahelensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruit. The fruit is rich in vitamin C and can be eaten raw or used to make juices, jams, and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidostemon andohahelensis is small and yellow, with four petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidostemon andohahelensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Aspidostemon andohahelensis

Aspidostemon andohahelensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern part of the island.

Aspidostemon andohahelensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidostemon andohahelensis?

Aspidostemon andohahelensis

What is the common name of Aspidostemon andohahelensis?

Andohahelensis shrub

What is the natural habitat of Aspidostemon andohahelensis?

Open woodlands and grasslands

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2603575: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.