Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
374396

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miers) R.A.Howard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 21: 470 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000373728



Common Names

  • Medusanthera laxiflora
  • Loose-flowered Medusanthera
  • Loose-flowered Tree


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Synonyms

  • Platea laxiflora Miers [unknown]
  • Cissus flexuosa Turcz. [unknown]
  • Tylecarpus papuana (Becc.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Stemonurus laxiflorus Miers [unknown]

Description

Medusanthera laxiflora (also called Loose-flowered medusanthera, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Samoa and is found in moist, subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Medusanthera laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medusanthera laxiflora has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three or more. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medusanthera laxiflora is a small evergreen tree native to the Samoan Islands. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Medusanthera laxiflora

Medusanthera laxiflora is native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Medusanthera laxiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medusanthera laxiflora?

Medusanthera laxiflora

What is the common name of Medusanthera laxiflora?

Loose-flowered Medusanthera

Where is Medusanthera laxiflora found?

Medusanthera laxiflora is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Species in the Stemonuraceae family

Cantleya corniculata, Codiocarpus andamanicus, Codiocarpus merrittii, Discophora guianensis, Discophora montana, Gastrolepis alticola, Gastrolepis austrocaledonica, Gomphandra apoensis, Gomphandra australiana, Gomphandra cambodiana, Gomphandra capitulata, Gomphandra comosa, Gomphandra coriacea, Gomphandra cumingiana, Gomphandra dolichocarpa, Gomphandra donnaiensis, Gomphandra flavicarpa, Gomphandra fuliginea, Gomphandra fusiformis, Gomphandra javanica, Gomphandra lancifolia, Gomphandra luzoniensis, Gomphandra lysipetala, Gomphandra mappioides, Gomphandra mollis, Gomphandra montana, Gomphandra oblongifolia, Gomphandra oligantha, Gomphandra pallida, Gomphandra papuana, Gomphandra parviflora, Gomphandra pseudojavanica, Gomphandra pseudoprasina, Gomphandra quadrifida, Gomphandra sawiensis, Gomphandra schoepfiifolia, Gomphandra simularensis, Gomphandra subrostrata, Gomphandra tetrandra, Gomphandra tomentella, Gomphandra velutina, Gomphandra palustris, Gomphandra halconensis, Gomphandra conklinii, Gomphandra rarinervis, Gomphandra fernandoi, Gomphandra bracteata, Gomphandra coi, Gomphandra psilandra, Gomphandra dinagatensis,

References

Richard Alden Howard (1917-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Howard' in the authors string.
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:434436-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.