Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
gummiferum
ID:
269857

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brongn. & Gris) Pancher ex Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 6: 364 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269189



Common Names

  • Gum-bearing Arillastrum
  • Gum Arillastrum
  • Arillastrum Sage


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Synonyms

  • Nani gummifera Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Arillastrum gummiferum (also called Gummy Arillastrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, where it is found in humid forests. It is an evergreen shrub with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Arillastrum gummiferum is a popular houseplant that is used to add a tropical feel to any room. It is also known to purify the air and reduce stress.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arillastrum gummiferum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arillastrum gummiferum is a tropical plant that can be grown indoors. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or from seed. To propagate from stem cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy stem and place it in a pot filled with moist soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a pot filled with moist soil and keep in a warm and humid environment. Water regularly and keep in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Arillastrum gummiferum

Arillastrum gummiferum can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Arillastrum gummiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arillastrum gummiferum?

Arillastrum gummiferum

What is the natural habitat of Arillastrum gummiferum?

Dry forests and scrublands

What is the flowering period of Arillastrum gummiferum?

Late spring to early summer

Species in the Arillastrum genus

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-15213: Based on the initial data import
Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Jean Antoine Arthur Gris (1829-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gris' in the authors string.
Jean Armand Isidore Pancher (1814-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pancher' in the authors string.