Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kosterm.) Sothers & Prance
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Blumea 59: 104 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341568
Common Names
- Angelesia fusicarpa
- Fusicarpa Angelesia
- Fusicarpa Angel's Trumpet
Description
Angelesia fusicarpa (also called fusicarpous angelesia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Philippines. It has a single, erect stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are divided into many small, narrow segments and its flowers are white and bell-shaped. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Angelesia fusicarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant due to its fast growth rate. It can also be used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Angelesia fusicarpa has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Angelesia fusicarpa is a tropical plant that prefers warm temperatures and humid conditions. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Plant the rhizomes 2-3 inches deep and 12-18 inches apart.
Where to Find Angelesia fusicarpa
Angelesia fusicarpa is native to the Philippines, where it can be found in the provinces of Palawan and Mindoro.
Angelesia fusicarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Angelesia fusicarpa?
Angelesia fusicarpa
What is the common name of Angelesia fusicarpa?
Fusicarpa Angelesia
What is the natural habitat of Angelesia fusicarpa?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Angelesia genus
Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family
Acioa edulis,
Acioa guianensis,
Acioa schultesii,
Acioa somnolens,
Acioa longipendula,
Acioa dolichopoda,
Afrolicania elaeosperma,
Angelesia splendens,
Angelesia fusicarpa,
Angelesia palawanensis,
Atuna cordata,
Atuna elliptica,
Atuna excelsa,
Atuna indica,
Atuna latifrons,
Atuna nannodes,
Atuna penangiana,
Atuna travancorica,
Bafodeya benna,
Chrysobalanus cuspidatus,
Chrysobalanus icaco,
Chrysobalanus prancei,
Couepia belemii,
Couepia bernardii,
Couepia bondarii,
Couepia bracteosa,
Couepia canomensis,
Couepia carautae,
Couepia caryophylloides,
Couepia cataractae,
Couepia chrysocalyx,
Couepia cidiana,
Couepia coarctata,
Couepia comosa,
Couepia eriantha,
Couepia excelsa,
Couepia exflexa,
Couepia froesii,
Couepia glabra,
Couepia grandiflora,
Couepia guianensis,
Couepia habrantha,
Couepia hondurasensis,
Couepia impressa,
Couepia insignis,
Couepia joaquinae,
Couepia krukovii,
Couepia latifolia,
Couepia leitaofilhoi,
Couepia longipetiolata,