Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gracile
ID:
220011

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Intr. Nat. Syst. Bot. 2: 341 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219340



Common Names

  • Anthogonium gracile
  • Graceful Anthogonium
  • Graceful Rose Apple


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Synonyms

  • Anthogonium corydaloides Schltr. [unknown]
  • Anthogonium griffithii Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Anthogonium gracile (also called Slender Anthogonium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of India, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. It prefers moist, tropical climates and can be found in lowland forests, coastal areas, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Anthogonium gracile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthogonium gracile is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthogonium gracile can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the temperature around 25°C.

Where to Find Anthogonium gracile

Anthogonium gracile can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Anthogonium gracile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthogonium gracile?

Anthogonium gracile

What is the common name of Anthogonium gracile?

Graceful Anthogonium

What is the natural habitat of Anthogonium gracile?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Anthogonium genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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