Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild. & T.Durand
Source:
wcs
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique , Compt.-Rend. 38: 206 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317235
Common Names
- Strophanthus arnoldianus
- Arnoldianus Strophanthus
- Strophanthus's Arnoldianus
Description
Strophanthus arnoldianus (also called Arnold's Strophanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Strophanthus arnoldianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating coughs, colds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Strophanthus arnoldianus is a yellowish-green color, with 5 petals and 5 sepals. The seed is small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Strophanthus arnoldianus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the root clumps. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Strophanthus arnoldianus
Strophanthus arnoldianus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador.
Strophanthus arnoldianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strophanthus arnoldianus?
Strophanthus arnoldianus
What is the family of Strophanthus arnoldianus?
Gesneriaceae
What is the habitat of Strophanthus arnoldianus?
Tropical forests
Species in the Strophanthus genus
Strophanthus amboensis,
Strophanthus arnoldianus,
Strophanthus barteri,
Strophanthus bequaertii,
Strophanthus boivinii,
Strophanthus bullenianus,
Strophanthus caudatus,
Strophanthus congoensis,
Strophanthus courmontii,
Strophanthus demeusei,
Strophanthus divaricatus,
Strophanthus emini,
Strophanthus gardeniiflorus,
Strophanthus gerrardii,
Strophanthus gracilis,
Strophanthus gratus,
Strophanthus hispidus,
Strophanthus holosericeus,
Strophanthus hypoleucos,
Strophanthus kombe,
Strophanthus ledienii,
Strophanthus luteolus,
Strophanthus mirabilis,
Strophanthus mortehanii,
Strophanthus nicholsonii,
Strophanthus parviflorus,
Strophanthus perakensis,
Strophanthus petersianus,
Strophanthus preussii,
Strophanthus puberulus,
Strophanthus sarmentosus,
Strophanthus singaporianus,
Strophanthus speciosus,
Strophanthus thollonii,
Strophanthus vanderijstii,
Strophanthus wallichii,
Strophanthus welwitschii,
Strophanthus wightianus,
Strophanthus zimmermannianus,
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,