Actephila ovalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovalis
ID:
602628
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) Gage
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 9: 219 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601960
Common Names
- Actephila ovalis
- Ovalis Actephila
- Oval Actephila
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Dimorphocalyx ovalis Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Actephila ovalis (also called 'Oval Actephila', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and coastal areas. It has oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Actephila ovalis is an ornamental plant that is often used in terrariums and vivariums. It is also used as an indoor plant, as it is easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance. It has a low light requirement and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It can also be used to purify the air, as it absorbs toxins and pollutants.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Actephila ovalis is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.
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Actephila ovalis is an evergreen shrub native to India. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a sunny location and moist, well-draining soil. Water regularly and provide plenty of air circulation to promote healthy growth.
Where to Find Actephila ovalis
Actephila ovalis is native to the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe.
Actephila ovalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actephila ovalis?
Actephila ovalis
What type of plant is Actephila ovalis?
Herb
Where is Actephila ovalis found?
It is found in Southeast Asia
Species in the Actephila genus
Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri,
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2718: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Andrew Thomas Gage (1871-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gage' in the authors string.