Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
vantsilana
ID:
1303048

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Lowry, G.M.Plunkett, Gostel & Frodin

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Candollea 72: 280 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315502

Common Names

  • Neocussonia vantsilana
  • Vantsil's Neocussonia
  • Vantsil Neocussonia

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Description

Neocussonia vantsilana (also called Vantsilana neocussonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rosaceae family. It is native to Chile and grows in moist forests. It has a shrub-like habit and produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Neocussonia vantsilana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neocussonia vantsilana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have large, heart-shaped leaves that are dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neocussonia vantsilana is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.

Where to Find Neocussonia vantsilana

Neocussonia vantsilana is found in the highlands of Madagascar.

Neocussonia vantsilana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neocussonia vantsilana?

Neocussonia vantsilana

What are the common names of Neocussonia vantsilana?

Common names of Neocussonia vantsilana include African wild olive, wild olive, and African olive.

Where is Neocussonia vantsilana found?

Neocussonia vantsilana is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
David Gamman Frodin (1940-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frodin' in the authors string.
Gregory M. Plunkett (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.M.Plunkett' in the authors string.
Morgan Robert Gostel (b.1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gostel' in the authors string.