Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
laevigata
ID:
336290

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kupicha

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 37: 58 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335622

Common Names

  • Acokanthera laevigata
  • Smooth Acokanthera
  • Smooth Acokanthera Plant

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Description

Acokanthera laevigata (also called Smooth Acokanthera, among many other common names) is a small shrub with smooth, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, where it typically grows in humid, shady areas, such as under the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Acokanthera laevigata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas, as it is a low-growing plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acokanthera laevigata is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acokanthera laevigata is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab or tree fern. It prefers medium to bright light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Acokanthera laevigata

Acokanthera laevigata is native to South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe.

Acokanthera laevigata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acokanthera laevigata?

Acokanthera laevigata

What is the common name of Acokanthera laevigata?

Laevigata Acokanthera

What is the natural habitat of Acokanthera laevigata?

Tropical and sub-tropical regions

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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