Galianthe andersonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.L.Cabral
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 10(1–4): 119. 2000
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336154
Common Names
- Galianthe andersonii
- Anderson's Galianthe
- Anderson's Star
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galianthe andersonii (also called Anderson's Galianthe, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central America. It grows up to 2 m tall and has glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in dry, open forests and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Galianthe andersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galianthe andersonii has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galianthe andersonii is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Galianthe andersonii
Galianthe andersonii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Galianthe andersonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galianthe andersonii?
Galianthe andersonii
What is the family of Galianthe andersonii?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Galianthe andersonii?
Anderson's Galianthe
Species in the Galianthe genus
Galianthe andersonii, Galianthe macedoi, Galianthe montesii, Galianthe reitzii, Galianthe boliviana, Galianthe chiquitosiana, Galianthe kempffiana, Galianthe longisepala, Galianthe matogrossiana, Galianthe sudyungensis, Galianthe angustifolia, Galianthe aurelii, Galianthe bisepala, Galianthe bogotensis, Galianthe brasiliensis, Galianthe canindeyuensis, Galianthe centranthoides, Galianthe chodatiana, Galianthe cymosa, Galianthe cyperoides, Galianthe dichotoma, Galianthe elegans, Galianthe equisetoides, Galianthe eupatorioides, Galianthe fastigiata, Galianthe gertii, Galianthe grandifolia, Galianthe guaranitica, Galianthe hassleriana, Galianthe hispidula, Galianthe humilis, Galianthe krausei, Galianthe lanceifolia, Galianthe latistipula, Galianthe laxa, Galianthe liliifolia, Galianthe linearifolia, Galianthe longifolia, Galianthe parvula, Galianthe peruviana, Galianthe polygonoides, Galianthe pseudopetiolata, Galianthe ramosa, Galianthe souzae, Galianthe thalictroides, Galianthe vaginata, Galianthe valerianoides, Galianthe verbenoides, Galianthe palustris, Galianthe spicata,
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-216522: Based on the initial data import
Elsa Leonor Cabral (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Cabral' in the authors string.