Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
occultus
ID:
507114

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 28: 36 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506446



Common Names

  • Aspidostemon Occultus
  • Occultus Aspidostemon
  • Occultus's Aspidostemon


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Description

Aspidostemon occultus (also called Occult Aspidostemon, among many other common names) is a small shrub, typically growing up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidostemon occultus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidostemon occultus is a small white or yellow star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidostemon occultus is a perennial herb native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Aspidostemon occultus

Aspidostemon occultus is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Aspidostemon occultus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidostemon occultus?

Aspidostemon occultus

What is the natural habitat of Aspidostemon occultus?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common uses of Aspidostemon occultus?

Medicinal, ornamental, and food uses

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-2603590: 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.