Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
853268

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Delile) A.Juss. ex Spreng.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 3: 850 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852603

Common Names

  • Oblongifolia Plant
  • Oblong-leaved Plant
  • Oblong-foliaged Plant

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Description

Chrozophora oblongifolia (also called oblong-leaved chrozophora, among many other common names) is an annual herb species native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a slender, erect stem which can reach up to a height of 1.2 meters. Its leaves are oblong and lanceolate, with a length of up to 8 cm. It grows in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Chrozophora oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrozophora oblongifolia has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The flowers are fragrant and have 6 petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrozophora oblongifolia is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and in well-drained soils. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Chrozophora oblongifolia

Chrozophora oblongifolia is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and on mountain slopes.

Chrozophora oblongifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrozophora oblongifolia?

Chrozophora oblongifolia

What is the common name of Chrozophora oblongifolia?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Chrozophora oblongifolia?

It is found in dry grasslands and meadows

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39822: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Alire Raffeneau Delile (1778-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delile' in the authors string.
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.