Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
obovatus
ID:
531364

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.S.Giri, S.K.Das & H.J.Chowdhery

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 99: 471 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530696

Common Names

  • Amblyanthus obovatus
  • Obovatus Amblyanthus
  • Obovatus Amblyanthus Moss

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Description

Amblyanthus obovatus (also called Obovate Amblyanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the tropical Americas. It has a short stem, and its leaves are usually lanceolate, with a length of up to 10 cm. It grows in moist soils, in open fields, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Amblyanthus obovatus is used as an ornamental plant and has a wide variety of medicinal uses, including treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amblyanthus obovatus has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amblyanthus obovatus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Amblyanthus obovatus

Amblyanthus obovatus is native to the Andes Mountains in South America.

Amblyanthus obovatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amblyanthus obovatus?

Amblyanthus obovatus

What is the common name of Amblyanthus obovatus?

Oval-leaved Amblyanthus

What is the habitat of Amblyanthus obovatus?

It is found in moist, sandy soils, in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2633307: Based on the initial data import
Harsh Jeet Chowdhery (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Chowdhery' in the authors string.
Girija Sankar Giri (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.Giri' in the authors string.
Saibal Kumar Das (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Das' in the authors string.