Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
debilis
ID:
1252555

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sond.) Jacq.-Fél.

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia , sér. 4, 16(4): 270 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251893



Common Names

  • Weak Antherotoma
  • Weak Antherotomum
  • Debilis Antherotoma


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Description

Antherotoma debilis (also called antherotoma, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a dense, upright habit with numerous stems and its leaves are oblong-lanceolate in shape. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in areas with high humidity and temperatures ranging from 20-30°C.

Uses & Benefits

Antherotoma debilis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antherotoma debilis has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antherotoma debilis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position in the garden and can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Antherotoma debilis

Antherotoma debilis can be found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

Antherotoma debilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antherotoma debilis?

Antherotoma debilis

What are the common names of Antherotoma debilis?

Weak Antherotoma

What is the natural habitat of Antherotoma debilis?

Antherotoma debilis is native to South America and is found in dry and rocky areas

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50163054: Based on the initial data import
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.
Henri Jacques-Félix (1907-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.-Fél.' in the authors string.