Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
inaequilateralis
ID:
1079394

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Don

Source:
tro

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 2: 765 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001078732



Common Names

  • Centradenia Inaequilateralis
  • Inaequilateralis Centradenia
  • Unequal-Leaved Centradenia


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Description

Centradenia inaequilateralis (also called 'Unequal-sided Centradenia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and parts of South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, especially in areas of high humidity and shade.

Uses & Benefits

Centradenia inaequilateralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centradenia inaequilateralis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centradenia inaequilateralis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Where to Find Centradenia inaequilateralis

Centradenia inaequilateralis can be found in tropical regions 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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