Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
cognata
ID:
552999

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Nicholas & Goyder

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 22: 30 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552331

Common Names

  • Aspidonepsis cognata
  • Cognate Aspidonepsis
  • Cognate Shield Fern

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Synonyms

  • Asclepias cognata N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Aspidonepsis cognata (also called Aspidonepsis, 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

Aspidonepsis cognata 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 Aspidonepsis cognata 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

Aspidonepsis cognata 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 Aspidonepsis cognata

Aspidonepsis cognata is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Aspidonepsis cognata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidonepsis cognata?

Aspidonepsis cognata

What are the common names of Aspidonepsis cognata?

Cognata Aspidonepsis

What is the native range of Aspidonepsis cognata?

South America

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-2656229: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
David John Goyder (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goyder' in the authors string.
Ashley Nicholas (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nicholas' in the authors string.