Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
virgatum
ID:
552995

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Mey.) Kupicha

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 38: 641 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552327

Common Names

  • Virgatum Aspidoglossum
  • Aspidoglossum Virgatum
  • Virgatum Aspidoglossum Grass

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Synonyms

  • Gomphocarpus virgatus (E.Mey.) D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Lagarinthus virgatus E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Schizoglossum virgatum (E.Mey.) Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Aspidoglossum virgatum (also called Aspidoglossum, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia. It is a perennial plant that grows to a height of 1–2 m and has long, narrow leaves. It is found in moist, sandy, and rocky soils in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidoglossum virgatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. Its leaves are used to make mats and baskets. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, skin diseases, and snake bites.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidoglossum virgatum is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidoglossum virgatum can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water the plant regularly during the growing season and fertilize it every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Aspidoglossum virgatum

Aspidoglossum virgatum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Aspidoglossum virgatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidoglossum virgatum?

Aspidoglossum virgatum

What are the common names of Aspidoglossum virgatum?

Virgatum Aspidoglossum

What is the native range of Aspidoglossum virgatum?

South America

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-2656224: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
Frances Kristina Kupicha (1947-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kupicha' in the authors string.