Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
glabra
ID:
283843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 44: 569 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283175

Common Names

  • Prismatomeris glabra
  • Glabra
  • Smooth Prismatomeris

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Synonyms

  • Prismatomeris lepidophloia (Miq.) Ridl. [valid]
  • Prismatomeris neurophylla (Miq.) Ridl. [valid]
  • Coffea glabra Korth. [valid]
  • Coffea lepidophloia Miq. [valid]
  • Coffea neurophylla Miq. [valid]

Description

Prismatomeris glabra (also called Smooth Prismatomeris, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Prismatomeris glabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Prismatomeris glabra has small, white flowers with yellow centres and produces small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prismatomeris glabra is a fast-growing, evergreen, tropical tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Prismatomeris glabra

Prismatomeris glabra can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Prismatomeris glabra FAQ

What is the common name of Prismatomeris glabra?

Glabra Prismatomeris

What is the scientific name of Glabra Prismatomeris?

Prismatomeris glabra

What is the natural habitat of Prismatomeris glabra?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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