Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
haplophyllus
ID:
471964

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) T.G.Hartley

Source:
ksu

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 19: 202 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471296



Common Names

  • Pitaviaster haplophyllus
  • Haplophyllus Pitaviaster
  • Pitaviaster


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Synonyms

  • Jambolifera tetrandra Kuntze [deprecated]
  • Euodia haplophylla F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Pitaviaster haplophyllus (also called Pitaviaster, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has alternate, oblong-lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Pitaviaster haplophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pitaviaster haplophyllus has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pitaviaster haplophyllus is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by layering. It prefers a warm, humid climate and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing. Pruning is necessary to keep the plant in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Pitaviaster haplophyllus

Pitaviaster haplophyllus can be found in Central and South America.

Pitaviaster haplophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pitaviaster haplophyllus?

Pitaviaster haplophyllus

Where is Pitaviaster haplophyllus found?

Pitaviaster haplophyllus is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

What are the uses of Pitaviaster haplophyllus?

Pitaviaster haplophyllus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Species in the Pitaviaster genus

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Thomas Gordon Hartley (1931-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.G.Hartley' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:999104-1: Based on the initial data import