Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
336694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. [Bentham & Hooker f.] 2(2): 696. 1876 [May 1876]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336026

Common Names

  • Acokanthera oblongifolia
  • Oblongifolia Acokanthera
  • Oblong-Leaved Acokanthera

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Description

Acokanthera oblongifolia (also called 'Oblong-leaved Acokanthera', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Acokanthera oblongifolia is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acokanthera oblongifolia are white, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with thin, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acokanthera oblongifolia is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Acokanthera oblongifolia

Acokanthera oblongifolia can be found in the tropical forests of South Africa.

Acokanthera oblongifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acokanthera oblongifolia?

Acokanthera oblongifolia

What is the family of Acokanthera oblongifolia?

Apocynaceae

What is the common name of Acokanthera oblongifolia?

Oblong-leaved Acokanthera

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2164: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.