Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schumach.) Pichon
Source:
wcs
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Franç. Afrique Noire 35: 286 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000971073
Common Names
- Ancylobothrys Scandens
- Scandens Ancylobothrys
- Ancylobothrys Scandens Ancylobothrys
Description
Ancylobothrys scandens (also called Climbing Ancylobothrys, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and yellow flowers, native to South Africa. It typically grows in open woodlands, forest edges, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Ancylobothrys scandens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ancylobothrys scandens is white with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and brown. The seedlings are small and have a deep green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ancylobothrys scandens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Ancylobothrys scandens
Ancylobothrys scandens is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.
Species in the Ancylobothrys genus
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Adenium multiflorum,
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Adenium oleifolium,
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Adenium dhofarense,
Aganosma breviloba,
Aganosma cymosa,
Aganosma gracilis,
Aganosma lacei,
Aganosma petelotii,
Aganosma schlechteriana,
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Alafia alba,
Alafia barteri,
Alafia benthamii,
Alafia berrieri,
Alafia calophylla,
Alafia caudata,
Alafia erythrophthalma,
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Alafia insularis,
Alafia intermedia,
Alafia landolphioides,
Alafia lucida,
Alafia microstylis,
Alafia multiflora,
Alafia nigrescens,
Alafia orientalis,
Alafia parciflora,
Alafia pauciflora,
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Alafia vallium,
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