Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
anisostemon
ID:
1079856

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham.

Source:
tro

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 9: 399 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001079194



Common Names

  • Fritzschia anisostemon
  • Unequal-stamen Fritzschia
  • Unequal-stamened Fritzschia


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Description

Fritzschia anisostemon (also called Anisostemon Fritzschia, 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 and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Fritzschia anisostemon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is drought tolerant and has a long flowering period, making it an ideal choice for landscaping. The plant is also used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Fritzschia anisostemon are white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fritzschia anisostemon is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate light shade and dry conditions. It is best grown in a sheltered location to protect it from strong winds. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Fritzschia anisostemon

Fritzschia anisostemon is native to the Caribbean and is found in moist forests, along streams, and in wet ravines. It is also found in the southern United States, Mexico, Central America, 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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