Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
laurentii
ID:
331484

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 4(1): 30 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330816

Common Names

  • Laurentii Vahadenia
  • Vahadenia Laurentii
  • Vahadenia Laurentii

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Synonyms

  • Landolphia laurentii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Vahadenia talbotii Wernham [unknown]

Description

Vahadenia laurentii (also called African Boxwood, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub native to Africa. It has a rounded crown and grows to a height of up to 10 meters. Its leaves are glossy green and ovate in shape. It is found in dry woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Vahadenia laurentii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vahadenia laurentii are white and bell-shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vahadenia laurentii is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or propagated by division. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Vahadenia laurentii

Vahadenia laurentii is native to the tropical forests of South America.

Vahadenia laurentii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vahadenia laurentii?

Vahadenia laurentii

What type of plant is Vahadenia laurentii?

Vahadenia laurentii is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Vahadenia laurentii native to?

Vahadenia laurentii is native to Madagascar.

Species in the Vahadenia genus

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-211267: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.