Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
553070

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 13: 267 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552402



Common Names

  • Aspidopterys tomentosa
  • Tomentose Aspidopterys
  • Tomentose Leafybract


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Description

Aspidopterys tomentosa (also called Woolly Aspidopterys, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach a height of up to 10 m. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Thailand, and is found in tropical forests, especially in areas with limestone soils. It has oblong-elliptic leaves with a woolly surface and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidopterys tomentosa has non-medical uses such as providing shade, as an ornamental plant, and for erosion control. It also has medicinal benefits such as being used to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspidopterys tomentosa var. hutchinsonii (Haines) R.C.Srivast.
Aspidopterys tomentosa var. longirostris (Arènes) Jacobs
Aspidopterys tomentosa var. obcordata (Hemsl.) Nied.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidopterys tomentosa is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidopterys tomentosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires minimal care.

Where to Find Aspidopterys tomentosa

Aspidopterys tomentosa can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Aspidopterys tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidopterys tomentosa?

Aspidopterys tomentosa

What is the common name of Aspidopterys tomentosa?

Tomentosa Aspidopterys

What is the family of Aspidopterys tomentosa?

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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