Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
breviloba
ID:
897667

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kerr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1937: 92 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000897002

Common Names

  • Breviloba Aganosma
  • Breviloba Bamboo
  • Breviloba Shield Bamboo

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Description

Aganosma breviloba (also called Short-Lobed Aganosma, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is an evergreen shrub with glossy, leathery leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Aganosma breviloba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aganosma breviloba are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aganosma breviloba is a perennial evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Aganosma breviloba

Aganosma breviloba can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Aganosma breviloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aganosma breviloba?

Aganosma breviloba

What are the common names of Aganosma breviloba?

Short-leaved bamboo, Japanese bamboo

What type of plant is Aganosma breviloba?

It is a type of evergreen bamboo

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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