Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
primaevum
ID:
1083510

Status:
valid

Authors:
Almeda

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 46: 76 fig (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001082848



Common Names

  • Arthrostemma Primaevum
  • Primaevum Arthrostemma
  • Primitive Arthrostemma


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Description

Arthrostemma primaevum (also called 'Primaeval Arthrostemma', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are green on top and purple underneath. It prefers moist, shady areas and grows best in soil that is rich in organic matter.

Uses & Benefits

Arthrostemma primaevum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arthrostemma primaevum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single, oval-shaped leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arthrostemma primaevum is a tropical shrub native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated from cuttings taken from the tips of the branches. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix of equal parts peat moss and perlite. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Arthrostemma primaevum

Arthrostemma primaevum is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

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,

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