Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
annamense
ID:
520937

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Yamaz.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 55: 5 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520269

Common Names

  • Adenosma Annamense
  • Annam Adenosma
  • Annam Climbing Cactus

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Description

Adenosma annamense (also called Annam adenosma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a small shrub with thick, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist forests, often in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Adenosma annamense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It has a high tolerance for drought and is often used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenosma annamense has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings are small and have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenosma annamense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and keep in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Adenosma annamense

Adenosma annamense is native to Madagascar.

Adenosma annamense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenosma annamense?

Adenosma annamense

What is the common name of Adenosma annamense?

Annam Adenosma

What is the natural habitat of Adenosma annamense?

Mesic to wet forests and woodlands

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Takasi Yamazaki (1921-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yamaz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:798416-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].