Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
robusta
ID:
971714

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris , n.s., 1: 128 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000971052

Common Names

  • Robust Ancylobothrys
  • Robust False-daisy
  • Robust's Ancylobothrys

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Description

Ancylobothrys robusta (also called Robust Ancylobothrys, among many other common names) is an annual herb, up to 1 m tall, with white flowers and yellow-orange fruits. It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. It is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas, from sea level to an elevation of 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Ancylobothrys robusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has fragrant white flowers and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ancylobothrys robusta is white with a yellow center, and is about 2 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, round, black seed, about 3 mm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ancylobothrys robusta can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. To propagate from seeds, the seeds should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. To propagate from cuttings, semi-woody stems should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Ancylobothrys robusta

Ancylobothrys robusta is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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