Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
obscurinervia
ID:
612466

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr. & Chun) H.T.Chang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Acta Sci. Nat. Univ. Sunyatseni 1959(2): 28 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611798



Common Names

  • Cleyera Orbicularis
  • Xyris Kukenaniana
  • Cleyera Serrulata


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Synonyms

  • Adinandra obscurinervia Merr. & Chun [unknown]
  • Cleyera conocarpa H.T.Chang [unknown]
  • Cleyera japonica lipingensis (Hand.-Mazz.) Kobuski [unknown]
  • Cleyera lipingensis lipingensis [unknown]

Description

Cleyera obscurinervia (also called Obscure-veined Cleyera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and long fruits that grows in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Uses & Benefits

Cleyera obscurinervia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleyera obscurinervia is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleyera obscurinervia is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or autumn and pot them up in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright spot and water regularly. Once the roots have developed, the cuttings can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Cleyera obscurinervia

Cleyera obscurinervia can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Cleyera obscurinervia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleyera obscurinervia?

Cleyera obscurinervia

Where is Cleyera obscurinervia found?

It is found in Southeast Asia.

What type of plant is Cleyera obscurinervia?

It is a shrub.

Species in the Pentaphylacaceae family

Adinandra angustifolia, Adinandra acuminata, Adinandra acuta, Adinandra angulata, Adinandra anisobasis, Adinandra annamensis, Adinandra apoensis, Adinandra argentifolia, Adinandra auriformis, Adinandra bicuspidata, Adinandra bockiana, Adinandra borneensis, Adinandra brassii, Adinandra brefeldii, Adinandra calciphila, Adinandra caudata, Adinandra celebica, Adinandra clemensiae, Adinandra coarctata, Adinandra collettiana, Adinandra collina, Adinandra colombonensis, Adinandra cordifolia, Adinandra corneriana, Adinandra crassifolia, Adinandra dasyantha, Adinandra donnaiensis, Adinandra dubia, Adinandra dumosa, Adinandra elegans, Adinandra elliptica, Adinandra endertii, Adinandra epunctata, Adinandra excelsa, Adinandra eymae, Adinandra filipes, Adinandra forbesii, Adinandra formosana, Adinandra gallatlyi, Adinandra glischroloma, Adinandra grandifolia, Adinandra grandis, Adinandra griffithii, Adinandra hainanensis, Adinandra hirta, Adinandra howii, Adinandra impressa, Adinandra inaequalis, Adinandra integerrima, Adinandra javanica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2727790: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.
Ho Tseng Chang (b.1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.T.Chang' in the authors string.