Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
galeottii
ID:
255908

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Borhidi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 28(1-2): 70. 1982

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255240

Common Names

  • Arachnothryx galeottii
  • Galeotti's Spiderwort
  • Spiderwort

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Synonyms

  • Rondeletia galeottii Standl. [valid]
  • Renistipula galeottii (Standl.) Borhidi [valid]

Description

Arachnothryx galeottii (also called 'Galeotti's Spiderwort', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arachnothryx galeottii is used to treat digestive problems, as well as to reduce inflammation and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arachnothryx galeottii flowers are white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arachnothryx galeottii can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Arachnothryx galeottii

Arachnothryx galeottii can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Arachnothryx galeottii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachnothryx galeottii?

Arachnothryx galeottii

What is the common name of Arachnothryx galeottii?

Galeotti's arachnothryx

What is the natural habitat of Arachnothryx galeottii?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in South Africa.

Species in the Arachnothryx genus

Arachnothryx aspera, Arachnothryx bertieroides, Arachnothryx bourgaei, Arachnothryx brenesii, Arachnothryx buddleioides, Arachnothryx calycophylla, Arachnothryx calycosa, Arachnothryx capitellata, Arachnothryx caucana, Arachnothryx chaconis, Arachnothryx chiapensis, Arachnothryx chimboracensis, Arachnothryx chiriquiana, Arachnothryx colombiana, Arachnothryx costanensis, Arachnothryx cupreiflora, Arachnothryx darienensis, Arachnothryx discolor, Arachnothryx dwyeri, Arachnothryx educta, Arachnothryx euryphylla, Arachnothryx evansii, Arachnothryx fosbergii, Arachnothryx garciae, Arachnothryx ginetteae, Arachnothryx glabrata, Arachnothryx gonzaleoides, Arachnothryx gracilis, Arachnothryx gracilispica, Arachnothryx guerrerensis, Arachnothryx guettardioides, Arachnothryx heteranthera, Arachnothryx hispidula, Arachnothryx jurgensenii, Arachnothryx laniflora, Arachnothryx leucophylla, Arachnothryx linguiformis, Arachnothryx lojensis, Arachnothryx macrocalyx, Arachnothryx manantlanensis, Arachnothryx mexicana, Arachnothryx monteverdensis, Arachnothryx myriantha, Arachnothryx nebulosa, Arachnothryx nitida, Arachnothryx ovandensis, Arachnothryx ovata, Arachnothryx pansamalana, Arachnothryx perezii, Arachnothryx peruviana,

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

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.