Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustata
ID:
415863

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 399 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000415195

Common Names

  • Angustata Tovomita
  • Tovomita angustata
  • Angustata Tovomita

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Description

Tovomita angustata (also called Narrow-leaved Tovomita, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry and moist forests, woodlands, and savannas. It has simple, alternate leaves and small, white, fragrant flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tovomita angustata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tovomita angustata has small white flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm and a central yellowish-green stigma. The seeds are small, black, and globular. The seedlings are small and have a single, short stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tovomita angustata is a tropical tree native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F).

Where to Find Tovomita angustata

Tovomita angustata is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Tovomita angustata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tovomita angustata?

Tovomita angustata

What is the common name of Tovomita angustata?

Narrow-leaved Tovomita

What is the natural habitat of Tovomita angustata?

Tovomita angustata is native to the tropical regions of South America

Species in the Tovomita genus

Tovomita tenuiflora, Tovomita spruceana, Tovomita stergiosii, Tovomita weddelliana, Tovomita trojitana, Tovomita turbinata, Tovomita umbellata, Tovomita obovata, Tovomita plumieri, Tovomita parviflora, Tovomita macrocarpa, Tovomita longifolia, Tovomita macrophylla, Tovomita riedeliana, Tovomita rileyi, Tovomita rubella, Tovomita schomburgkii, Tovomita humilis, Tovomita killipii, Tovomita atropurpurea, Tovomita auriculata, Tovomita brasiliensis, Tovomita carinata, Tovomita brevistaminea, Tovomita albiflora, Tovomita acutiflora, Tovomita glazioviana, Tovomita gracilipes, Tovomita coriacea, Tovomita elliptica, Tovomita fructipendula, Tovomita fanshawei, Tovomita foldatsii, Tovomita eggersii, Tovomita angustata, Tovomita gazelii, Tovomita micrantha, Tovomita clarkii, Tovomita calodictyos, Tovomita grata, Tovomita mangle, Tovomita obscura, Tovomita uniflora, Tovomita amazonica, Tovomita caloneura, Tovomita chachapoyasensis, Tovomita duckei, Tovomita glossophylla, Tovomita krukovii, Tovomita lanceolata,

Species in the Clusiaceae family

Agasthiyamalaia pauciflora, Allanblackia floribunda, Allanblackia gabonensis, Allanblackia kimbiliensis, Allanblackia kisonghi, Allanblackia marienii, Allanblackia staneriana, Allanblackia stuhlmannii, Allanblackia ulugurensis, Chrysochlamys allenii, Chrysochlamys alterninervia, Chrysochlamys angustifolia, Chrysochlamys balboa, Chrysochlamys bracteolata, Chrysochlamys caribaea, Chrysochlamys colombiana, Chrysochlamys conferta, Chrysochlamys cuneata, Chrysochlamys dependens, Chrysochlamys eclipes, Chrysochlamys floribunda, Chrysochlamys glauca, Chrysochlamys gloriosa, Chrysochlamys goudotii, Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana, Chrysochlamys laxa, Chrysochlamys macrophylla, Chrysochlamys membranacea, Chrysochlamys membrillensis, Chrysochlamys micrantha, Chrysochlamys multiflora, Chrysochlamys myrcioides, Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis, Chrysochlamys pachypoda, Chrysochlamys pauciflora, Chrysochlamys pavonii, Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia, Chrysochlamys silvicola, Chrysochlamys skutchii, Chrysochlamys tenuifolia, Chrysochlamys tenuis, Chrysochlamys ulei, Chrysochlamys weberbaueri, Chrysochlamys chrisharonii, Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii,