Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
aragoense
ID:
456686

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 88: 398 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456018

Common Names

  • Tapeinosperma Aragoense
  • Aragoense Orchid
  • Aragoense Lipstick Orchid

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Description

Tapeinosperma aragoense (also called Arago tapeinosperma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Madagascar, where it is found in dry, open habitats. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall, with a woody stem and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tapeinosperma aragoense is used for its timber, which is used for making furniture and construction. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tapeinosperma aragoense has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapeinosperma aragoense is a tropical rainforest tree native to the islands of New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Tapeinosperma aragoense

Tapeinosperma aragoense can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Tapeinosperma aragoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapeinosperma aragoense?

Tapeinosperma aragoense

What is the common name of Tapeinosperma aragoense?

Aragon Tapeinosperma

What is the natural habitat of Tapeinosperma aragoense?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Tapeinosperma genus

Tapeinosperma acutangulum, Tapeinosperma canalense, Tapeinosperma campanula, Tapeinosperma borneense, Tapeinosperma babucense, Tapeinosperma aragoense, Tapeinosperma ampliflorum, Tapeinosperma amplexicaule, Tapeinosperma alatum, Tapeinosperma chloranthum, Tapeinosperma amosense, Tapeinosperma capitatum, Tapeinosperma robustum, Tapeinosperma pulchellum, Tapeinosperma psaladense, Tapeinosperma rubriscapum, Tapeinosperma pauciflorum, Tapeinosperma pancheri, Tapeinosperma pachycaulum, Tapeinosperma oblongifolium, Tapeinosperma nitidum, Tapeinosperma netor, Tapeinosperma nectandroides, Tapeinosperma multipunctatum, Tapeinosperma wagapense, Tapeinosperma rubidum, Tapeinosperma whitei, Tapeinosperma ligulifolium, Tapeinosperma vieillardii, Tapeinosperma vestitum, Tapeinosperma tenue, Tapeinosperma squarrosum, Tapeinosperma sessilifolium, Tapeinosperma scrobiculatum, Tapeinosperma schlechteri, Tapeinosperma commutatum, Tapeinosperma colnettianum, Tapeinosperma clethroides, Tapeinosperma clavatum, Tapeinosperma minutum, Tapeinosperma cuspidatum, Tapeinosperma grandiflorum, Tapeinosperma lenormandii, Tapeinosperma lecardii, Tapeinosperma laurifolium, Tapeinosperma laeve, Tapeinosperma koghiense, Tapeinosperma kajewskii, Tapeinosperma greenwoodii, Tapeinosperma cristobalense,

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,