Alibertia curviflora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(6): 387 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941688
Common Names
- Alibertia curviflora
- Curved-Flower Alibertia
- Curved-Flowered Alibertia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Alibertia curviflora (also called Curved-flowered Alibertia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub or small tree in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests. It has a single trunk with a rounded crown, and its leaves are large, glossy, and ovate. It bears white flowers in the summer.
Uses & Benefits
Alibertia curviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties, as well as for its ability to reduce fever and treat skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Alibertia curviflora var. loretana Delprete & C.H.Perss.Alibertia curviflora var. curviflora
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Alibertia curviflora is white or yellowish-white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, and the seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.
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Alibertia curviflora is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 45 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they are rooted.
Where to Find Alibertia curviflora
Alibertia curviflora can be found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Species in the Alibertia genus
Alibertia atlantica, Alibertia dwyeri, Alibertia patinoi, Alibertia bertierifolia, Alibertia claviflora, Alibertia curviflora, Alibertia edulis, Alibertia latifolia, Alibertia sorbilis, Alibertia utleyorum, Alibertia verticillata, Alibertia latifolium, Alibertia occidentalis, Alibertia duckeana, Alibertia tessmannii, Alibertia venezuelensis,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-6012: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.