Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
angustissimum
ID:
552957

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Bullock

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 7: 418 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552289

Common Names

  • Aspidoglossum Angustissimum
  • Narrow Aspidoglossum
  • Slender Aspidoglossum

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Synonyms

  • Schizoglossum zernyi Markgr. [unknown]
  • Schizoglossum ledermannii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Schizoglossum angustissimum K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Schizoglossum elatum K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Aspidoglossum whytei (N.E.Br.) Bullock [unknown]
  • Schizoglossum whytei N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Aspidoglossum angustissimum (also called Narrow-Leaved Aspidoglossum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with narrow, lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidoglossum angustissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidoglossum angustissimum has yellow flowers that are small and clustered. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are small and have two cotyledons that are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidoglossum angustissimum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote new growth.

Where to Find Aspidoglossum angustissimum

Aspidoglossum angustissimum can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Aspidoglossum angustissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidoglossum angustissimum?

Aspidoglossum angustissimum

What is the family of Aspidoglossum angustissimum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Aspidoglossum angustissimum?

Narrow-leaved Aspidoglossum

Species in the Aspidoglossum genus

Aspidoglossum angustissimum, Aspidoglossum araneiferum, Aspidoglossum biflorum, Aspidoglossum breve, Aspidoglossum carinatum, Aspidoglossum connatum, Aspidoglossum crebrum, Aspidoglossum delagoense, Aspidoglossum demissum, Aspidoglossum difficile, Aspidoglossum dissimile, Aspidoglossum elliotii, Aspidoglossum erubescens, Aspidoglossum eylesii, Aspidoglossum fasciculare, Aspidoglossum flanaganii, Aspidoglossum glabellum, Aspidoglossum glabrescens, Aspidoglossum glanduliferum, Aspidoglossum gracile, Aspidoglossum grandiflorum, Aspidoglossum heterophyllum, Aspidoglossum hirundo, Aspidoglossum interruptum, Aspidoglossum lamellatum, Aspidoglossum lanatum, Aspidoglossum masaicum, Aspidoglossum nyasae, Aspidoglossum ovalifolium, Aspidoglossum restioides, Aspidoglossum rhodesicum, Aspidoglossum uncinatum, Aspidoglossum validum, Aspidoglossum virgatum, Aspidoglossum woodii, Aspidoglossum xanthosphaerum, Aspidoglossum albocoronatum,

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-2656190: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.