Astronidium macranthum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macranthum
ID:
159582
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) A.C.Sm.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Sargentia 1: 93 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158911
Common Names
- Macranthum Shield Fern
- Macranthum Wood Fern
- Macranthum Fern
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- Astronia macrantha A.C.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Astronidium macranthum (also called Macranth Astronidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the Caroline Islands in Micronesia, and is found in coastal and lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Astronidium macranthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astronidium macranthum is yellow, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
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Astronidium macranthum is a small, slow-growing epiphyte or lithophyte orchid. It is best grown in a pot or basket filled with a well-draining medium such as bark, moss, or perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept evenly moist. Propagation is done by division or by seed.
Where to Find Astronidium macranthum
Astronidium macranthum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Astronidium macranthum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astronidium macranthum?
Astronidium macranthum
What type of plant is Astronidium macranthum?
A shrub
Where is Astronidium macranthum native to?
Australia
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,
References
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:566494-1: Based on the initial data import