Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
ildis
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb.4: 71 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196873
Common Names
- Amphithalea oppositifolia
- Oppositifolia Thalea
- Oppositifolia Amphithalea
Description
Amphithalea oppositifolia (also called opposite-leaved amphithalea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South East Asia. It has yellow flowers and grows in open forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Amphithalea oppositifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Amphithalea oppositifolia has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amphithalea oppositifolia is a shrub that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood.
Where to Find Amphithalea oppositifolia
Amphithalea oppositifolia is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and western parts of the island.
Amphithalea oppositifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amphithalea oppositifolia?
Amphithalea oppositifolia
What is the common name of Amphithalea oppositifolia?
Opposite-leaved Amphithalea
What is the family of Amphithalea oppositifolia?
Fabaceae
Species in the Amphithalea genus
Amphithalea alba,
Amphithalea axillaris,
Amphithalea biovulata,
Amphithalea bodkinii,
Amphithalea concava,
Amphithalea cuneifolia,
Amphithalea ericifolia,
Amphithalea fourcadei,
Amphithalea imbricata,
Amphithalea intermedia,
Amphithalea micrantha,
Amphithalea oppositifolia,
Amphithalea phylicoides,
Amphithalea sericea,
Amphithalea speciosa,
Amphithalea stokoei,
Amphithalea tomentosa,
Amphithalea violacea,
Amphithalea virgata,
Amphithalea williamsonii,
Amphithalea perplexa,
Amphithalea bowiei,
Amphithalea bullata,
Amphithalea cedarbergensis,
Amphithalea ciliaris,
Amphithalea cymbifolia,
Amphithalea dahlgrenii,
Amphithalea flava,
Amphithalea minima,
Amphithalea monticola,
Amphithalea muirii,
Amphithalea muraltioides,
Amphithalea obtusiloba,
Amphithalea pageae,
Amphithalea purpurea,
Amphithalea rostrata,
Amphithalea spinosa,
Amphithalea tortilis,
Amphithalea vlokii,
Amphithalea ericaefolia,
Amphithalea villosa,
Amphithalea maroccana,
Amphithalea tapetiformis,
Amphithalea esterhuyseniae,
Amphithalea ornata,
Species in the Fabaceae family