Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aequilateralis
ID:
615811

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.T.White & W.D.Francis) Merr. & L.M.Perry

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 20: 344 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615143

Common Names

  • Aequilateralis Colona
  • Aequilateralis Colona-bush
  • Aequilateralis Colona-shrub

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Synonyms

  • Columbia aequilateralis C.T.White & W.D.Francis [unknown]

Description

Colona aequilateralis (also called Equal-Sided Colona, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland and montane rainforests. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Colona aequilateralis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Colona aequilateralis is yellow and has three petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are slender and have long leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Colona aequilateralis is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but may require more frequent watering.

Where to Find Colona aequilateralis

Colona aequilateralis can be found in Venezuela and Colombia.

Colona aequilateralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Colona aequilateralis?

Colona aequilateralis

What is the common name of Colona aequilateralis?

Equal-sided Colona

What is the habitat of Colona aequilateralis?

Colona aequilateralis is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2731381: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
William D. Francis (1889-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Francis' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.