Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
laeve
ID:
163357

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Maxwell

Source:
ipni

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Blumea 35(1): 133 (1990) (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162686



Common Names

  • Smooth Astronidium
  • Smooth Star Orchid
  • Laeve Astronidium


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Description

Astronidium laeve (also called 'Smooth Astronidium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Uses & Benefits

Astronidium laeve is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating headaches, dizziness, and vertigo.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astronidium laeve is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astronidium laeve is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be watered regularly. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat, compact shape.

Where to Find Astronidium laeve

Astronidium laeve is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Astronidium laeve FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astronidium laeve?

Astronidium laeve

What is the natural habitat of Astronidium laeve?

Lowland and montane forests

What is the flowering period of Astronidium laeve?

April to June

Species in the Astronidium genus

Astronidium aneityense, Astronidium banksianum, Astronidium brassii, Astronidium carolinense, Astronidium confertiflorum, Astronidium degeneri, Astronidium floribundum, Astronidium glabrum, Astronidium inflatum, Astronidium kasiense, Astronidium lepidotum, Astronidium macranthum, Astronidium navigatorum, Astronidium novae-hannoverae, Astronidium palauense, Astronidium pallidiflorum, Astronidium ponapense, Astronidium robustum, Astronidium samoense, Astronidium saulae, Astronidium sessilie, Astronidium storckii, Astronidium subcordatum, Astronidium subvaginatum, Astronidium tomentosum, Astronidium victoriae, Astronidium angulosum, Astronidium basinervatum, Astronidium biakense, Astronidium bracteatum, Astronidium circumscissum, Astronidium constrictum, Astronidium cuneatum, Astronidium fragilissimum, Astronidium glabratum, Astronidium infundibulare, Astronidium laeve, Astronidium lemafaense, Astronidium lepidopunctatum, Astronidium loloruense, Astronidium mammiforme, Astronidium micranthum, Astronidium miraculum-dei, Astronidium morobiense, Astronidium novae-ebudaense, Astronidium pallidum, Astronidium pseudoparviflorum, Astronidium puberulum, Astronidium rhaphidifolium, Astronidium sinuosum,

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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