Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
latialatum
ID:
471924

Status:
valid

Authors:
Swingle

Source:
ksu

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 20: 261 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471256



Common Names

  • Pleiospermium latialatum
  • Latialate Pleiospermium
  • Pleiospermium


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Description

Pleiospermium latialatum (also called Lateral Pleiospermium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub or tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Vietnam, and is typically found in montane tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiospermium latialatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleiospermium latialatum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiospermium latialatum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Pleiospermium latialatum

Pleiospermium latialatum is native to tropical America and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Pleiospermium latialatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiospermium latialatum?

Pleiospermium latialatum

What are the common names of Pleiospermium latialatum?

Broad-leaved Pleiospermium, Broad-leaved Pleiospermium Tree

What is the natural habitat of Pleiospermium latialatum?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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,