Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
axillaris
ID:
729816

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Farron

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Ber. Schweiz. Bot. Ges. 73: 212 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729149



Common Names

  • Idertia axillaris
  • Axillaris Idertia
  • Axillaris Idertia Lily


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Synonyms

  • Ochna axillaris Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ouratea mildbraedii Gilg [unknown]
  • Exomicrum axillare Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Gomphia axillaris Oliv. [unknown]
  • Gomphia mildbraedii (Gilg) Lye [unknown]
  • Idertia mildbraedii (Gilg) Farron [unknown]
  • Idertia morsonii (Hutch. & Dalziel) Farron [unknown]
  • Ouratea morsonii Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
  • Ouratea axillaris (Oliv.) Engl. [unknown]

Description

Idertia axillaris (also called Axillary Idertia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Idertia axillaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Idertia axillaris is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow-green stripes. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Idertia axillaris is a perennial plant native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed sown in spring or autumn, or by cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Idertia axillaris

Idertia axillaris is native to Central and South America, particularly in Colombia and Ecuador.

Idertia axillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Idertia axillaris?

Idertia axillaris

What type of plant is Idertia axillaris?

It is a flowering plant

What is the natural habitat of Idertia axillaris?

It is native to tropical Africa

Species in the Idertia genus

Species in the Ochnaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2860264: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Claude Farron (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Farron' in the authors string.