Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
concava
ID:
553015

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall.) A.Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 13: 266 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552347



Common Names

  • Aspidopterys concava
  • Concave Aspidopterys
  • Concave Leafybract


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Synonyms

  • Aspidopterys concava sumatrana Nied. [unknown]
  • Hiraea merguensis Wight [unknown]
  • Hiraea concava Wall. [unknown]

Description

Aspidopterys concava (also called Concave aspidopterys, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has large, leathery leaves and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidopterys concava 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 concava 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 concava is a shrubby perennial that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 21°C (70°F). The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Aspidopterys concava

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

Aspidopterys concava FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidopterys concava?

Aspidopterys concava

What is the common name of Aspidopterys concava?

Concava Aspidopterys

What is the family of Aspidopterys concava?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2656245: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.