Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Interpr. Herb. Amboin. : 222 (1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543220
Common Names
- Yellow Flowered Angel's Trumpet
- Yellow Angel's Trumpet
- Yellow Trumpet Flower
Synonyms
- Mirtana loureiroi Pierre [unknown]
- Menispermum flavescens Lam. [unknown]
- Tinospora havilandii Diels [unknown]
- Anamirta flavescens Miq. [unknown]
- Anamirta florescens Müll.Berol. [unknown]
- Anamirta luctuosa Miers [unknown]
- Anamirta lemniscata Miers [unknown]
- Anamirta lourieri Pierre [unknown]
- Arcangelisia inclyta Becc. [unknown]
- Arcangelisia lemniscata Becc. [unknown]
- Arcangelisia loureiroi Diels [unknown]
- Cocculus flavescens DC. [unknown]
- Menispermum flavum L. [unknown]
Description
Arcangelisia flava (also called Yellow Arcangelisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small evergreen tree or shrub growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from Thailand to the Philippines. It grows in tropical forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Arcangelisia flava is used for making furniture, firewood, and tools. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arcangelisia flava has white flowers, small black seeds and seedlings with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arcangelisia flava is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and tolerates drought and salt spray. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or layering.
Where to Find Arcangelisia flava
Arcangelisia flava is native to the Caribbean, including parts of Jamaica, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic.
Arcangelisia flava FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arcangelisia flava?
Arcangelisia flava
What are the common names of Arcangelisia flava?
Yellow angel's trumpet
Where is Arcangelisia flava native to?
Brazil
Species in the Arcangelisia genus
Species in the Menispermaceae family
Abuta acutifolia,
Abuta antioquiana,
Abuta aristeguietae,
Abuta barbata,
Abuta brevifolia,
Abuta bullata,
Abuta candollei,
Abuta chiapasensis,
Abuta chocoensis,
Abuta colombiana,
Abuta dwyeriana,
Abuta fluminum,
Abuta grandifolia,
Abuta grisebachii,
Abuta imene,
Abuta longa,
Abuta mycetandra,
Abuta obovata,
Abuta pahni,
Abuta panamensis,
Abuta panurensis,
Abuta platyphylla,
Abuta racemosa,
Abuta rufescens,
Abuta sandwithiana,
Abuta seemannii,
Abuta selloana,
Abuta solimoesensis,
Abuta soukupii,
Abuta spicata,
Abuta steyermarkii,
Abuta vaupesensis,
Abuta velutina,
Albertisia apiculata,
Albertisia capituliflora,
Albertisia cordifolia,
Albertisia crassa,
Albertisia cuneata,
Albertisia delagoensis,
Albertisia exelliana,
Albertisia ferruginea,
Albertisia glabra,
Albertisia laurifolia,
Albertisia mangenotii,
Albertisia mecistophylla,
Albertisia megacarpa,
Albertisia papuana,
Albertisia porcata,
Albertisia puberula,
Albertisia scandens,