Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
arborea
ID:
237515

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum. & Lauterb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee : 561 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236847

Common Names

  • Maschalodesme arborea
  • Arborea Maschalodesme
  • Arborea Maschalodesme Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Maschalodesme simplex Merr. & L.M.Perry [valid]

Description

Maschalodesme arborea (also called Tree Maschalodesme, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Mascarene Islands and is found in wet forests. It is a shrub or small tree with ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Maschalodesme arborea has been used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maschalodesme arborea has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maschalodesme arborea is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as -20°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Maschalodesme arborea

Maschalodesme arborea is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Maschalodesme arborea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maschalodesme arborea?

Maschalodesme arborea

What are the common names of Maschalodesme arborea?

Tree Maschalodesme

What is the natural habitat of Maschalodesme arborea?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Maschalodesme genus

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-121091: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Carl Adolf Georg Lauterbach (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lauterb.' in the authors string.