Duvalia angustiloba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustiloba
ID:
658780
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 20: 230 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658112
Common Names
- Duvalia angustiloba
- Angustiloba Duvalia
- Duvalia Angustiloba
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Duvalia angustiloba (also called 'Narrow-leaved Duvalia', among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in dry, sunny areas. The leaves are thick and fleshy, and are arranged in a rosette pattern. The flowers are yellow and daisy-like, and the plant produces small, round fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Duvalia angustiloba is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruit, and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Duvalia angustiloba has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Cultivation and propagation of Duvalia angustiloba: This plant is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Duvalia angustiloba
Duvalia angustiloba is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Duvalia angustiloba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Duvalia angustiloba?
Duvalia angustiloba
What is the common name of Duvalia angustiloba?
Narrow-leaved duvalia
What is the distribution of Duvalia angustiloba?
It is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico
Species in the Duvalia genus
Duvalia angustiloba, Duvalia caespitosa, Duvalia corderoyi, Duvalia eilensis, Duvalia elegans, Duvalia galgallensis, Duvalia gracilis, Duvalia immaculata, Duvalia maculata, Duvalia modesta, Duvalia parviflora, Duvalia pillansii, Duvalia polita, Duvalia pubescens, Duvalia somalensis, Duvalia sulcata, Duvalia velutina, Duvalia vestita,
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-2779504: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.