Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
oblongifolium
ID:
301944

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 464 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301276

Common Names

  • Oblongifolium Achyrospermum
  • Woolly-Leaf Achyrospermum
  • Cotton-Leaf Achyrospermum

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Synonyms

  • Ocimum sassandrae A.Chev. [unknown]

Description

Achyrospermum oblongifolium (also called Oblong-Leaved Achyrospermum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It has white flowers and oblong leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Achyrospermum oblongifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achyrospermum oblongifolium has small, yellow flowers that are held in clusters on the stem. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achyrospermum oblongifolium is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape and can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or autumn.

Where to Find Achyrospermum oblongifolium

Achyrospermum oblongifolium is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, and Minas Gerais.

Achyrospermum oblongifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achyrospermum oblongifolium?

Achyrospermum oblongifolium

What is the common name of Achyrospermum oblongifolium?

Oblong-leaved Achyrospermum

What is the natural habitat of Achyrospermum oblongifolium?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1829: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.