Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
canarensis
ID:
553010

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dalzell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 3: 37 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552342



Common Names

  • Aspidopterys canarensis
  • Canara Aspidopterys
  • Canara Leafybract


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Synonyms

  • Aspidopterys canarensis glomerata (Wight) Nied. [unknown]
  • Aspidopterys glomerata Wight [unknown]

Description

Aspidopterys canarensis (also called Canara Aspidopterys, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, leathery leaves and yellowish-green flowers. It is native to India, and is usually found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidopterys canarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidopterys canarensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidopterys canarensis can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water the plant regularly during the growing season and fertilize it every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Aspidopterys canarensis

Aspidopterys canarensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Aspidopterys canarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidopterys canarensis?

Aspidopterys canarensis

What is the common name of Aspidopterys canarensis?

Canarensis Aspidopterys

What is the family of Aspidopterys canarensis?

Rubiaceae

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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