Astronidium subvaginatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subvaginatum
ID:
159597
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ohwi
Source:
ipni
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 57: 16 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158926
Common Names
- Subvaginatum Shield Fern
- Subvaginatum Wood Fern
- Subvaginatum Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astronidium subvaginatum (also called Subvaginatum Astronidium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforest of New Caledonia. It prefers moist, humid environments and is often found in lowland rainforest.
Uses & Benefits
Astronidium subvaginatum is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astronidium subvaginatum is white and has 6 petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astronidium subvaginatum is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Astronidium subvaginatum
Astronidium subvaginatum is native to the Philippines and can be found in the forests of Mindanao.
Astronidium subvaginatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astronidium subvaginatum?
Astronidium subvaginatum
What type of plant is Astronidium subvaginatum?
A shrub
Where is Astronidium subvaginatum 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
Jisaburo Ohwi (1905-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ohwi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:566515-1: Based on the initial data import