Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
viscosus
ID:
840555

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ryding

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal. 26: 132 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000839890

Common Names

  • Viscosus Aeollanthus
  • Viscous Aeollanthus
  • Viscous Cane Aeollanthus

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Description

Aeollanthus viscosus (also called 'Coral Bush', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 4 m tall. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white, fragrant flowers. It is found in dry savannas, woodlands, and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Aeollanthus viscosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeollanthus viscosus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeollanthus viscosus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sandy, well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Aeollanthus viscosus

Aeollanthus viscosus is native to tropical Asia, including India, China, and Japan. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.

Aeollanthus viscosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeollanthus viscosus?

Aeollanthus viscosus

What is the common name of Aeollanthus viscosus?

Viscosus

What is the natural habitat of Aeollanthus viscosus?

Tropical forests

Species in the Aeollanthus genus

Aeollanthus haumannii, Aeollanthus rydingianus, Aeollanthus abyssinicus, Aeollanthus alternatus, Aeollanthus ambustus, Aeollanthus angolensis, Aeollanthus angustifolius, Aeollanthus breviflorus, Aeollanthus buchnerianus, Aeollanthus candelabrum, Aeollanthus caudatus, Aeollanthus cucullatus, Aeollanthus densiflorus, Aeollanthus elsholtzioides, Aeollanthus engleri, Aeollanthus fruticosus, Aeollanthus holstii, Aeollanthus homblei, Aeollanthus lisowskii, Aeollanthus lobatus, Aeollanthus myrianthus, Aeollanthus namibiensis, Aeollanthus neglectus, Aeollanthus paradoxus, Aeollanthus parvifolius, Aeollanthus petiolatus, Aeollanthus pinnatifidus, Aeollanthus plicatus, Aeollanthus pubescens, Aeollanthus rehmannii, Aeollanthus repens, Aeollanthus rivularis, Aeollanthus saxatilis, Aeollanthus sedoides, Aeollanthus serpiculoides, Aeollanthus stuhlmannii, Aeollanthus suaveolens, Aeollanthus subacaulis, Aeollanthus subintegrus, Aeollanthus trifidus, Aeollanthus tuberosus, Aeollanthus ukamensis, Aeollanthus viscosus, Aeollanthus zanzibaricus,

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-3774: Based on the initial data import
Per Olof Ryding (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ryding' in the authors string.