Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
anomala
ID:
254556

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Macbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 11: 35. 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253888

Common Names

  • Odontadenia anomala
  • Anomalous Odontadenia
  • Odontadenia Anomala

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Synonyms

  • Perictenia anomala (Van Heurck & Müll.Arg.) Pichon [unknown]
  • Perictenia stipellaris Miers [unknown]
  • Anisolobus anomalus Van Heurck & Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Odontadenia anomala (also called White-flowered Odontadenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid forests and along riverbanks. It has white flowers with yellowish-green centers, and its leaves are elliptic and leathery.

Uses & Benefits

Odontadenia anomala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontadenia anomala has small, tubular flowers with white petals and yellowish-green sepals. The flowers are borne in clusters of up to 8. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontadenia anomala can be propagated by division or cuttings. When propagating by division, the rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two buds each. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be potted up and grown in a bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Odontadenia anomala

Odontadenia anomala is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats of the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Odontadenia anomala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontadenia anomala?

Odontadenia anomala

What is the natural habitat of Odontadenia anomala?

Odontadenia anomala is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

What is the flower color of Odontadenia anomala?

Odontadenia anomala has white or yellow flowers.

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References