Aspidostemon antongilensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antongilensis
ID:
507098
Status:
valid
Authors:
van der Werff
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 28: 16 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506430
Common Names
- Aspidostemon antongilensis
- Antongilensis Aspidostemon
- Antongilensis Aspidostemon
Searching for Aspidostemon antongilensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aspidostemon antongilensis (also called Antongil aspidostemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading crown, and its leaves are obovate to elliptic. It is native to Madagascar, and its habitats include moist forests and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidostemon antongilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aspidostemon antongilensis is small and yellow, with four petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green with small, oval leaves.
Searching for Aspidostemon antongilensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aspidostemon antongilensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Aspidostemon antongilensis
Aspidostemon antongilensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern part of the island.
Aspidostemon antongilensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspidostemon antongilensis?
Aspidostemon antongilensis
What is the natural habitat of Aspidostemon antongilensis?
It is found in Madagascar.
What are the common names of Aspidostemon antongilensis?
It is commonly known as Madagascar aspidostemon.
Species in the Aspidostemon genus
Aspidostemon andohahelensis, Aspidostemon antongilensis, Aspidostemon apiculatus, Aspidostemon capuronii, Aspidostemon conoideus, Aspidostemon fungiformis, Aspidostemon grayi, Aspidostemon insignis, Aspidostemon litoralis, Aspidostemon longipedicellatus, Aspidostemon lucens, Aspidostemon macrophyllus, Aspidostemon manongarivensis, Aspidostemon masoalensis, Aspidostemon microphyllus, Aspidostemon occultus, Aspidostemon parvifolius, Aspidostemon reticulatus, Aspidostemon trichandra, Aspidostemon caudatus, Aspidostemon dolichocarpus, Aspidostemon glandulosus, Aspidostemon humbertianus, Aspidostemon inconspicuus, Aspidostemon lacrimans, Aspidostemon percoriaceus, Aspidostemon perrieri, Aspidostemon synandra, Aspidostemon triantherus,
Species in the Lauraceae family
Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2603576: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.