Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
744577

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kearney & Peebles) G.L.Nesom & Sawyer

Source:
cmp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 91: 302 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743910

Common Names

  • Frangula obovata
  • Oval-leaved Buckthorn
  • Oval-leaved Frangula

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Description

Frangula obovata (also called Obovate frangula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the buckthorn family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky habitats. It is an evergreen shrub with linear, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Frangula obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Frangula obovata are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Frangula obovata is a perennial shrub native to North America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings. It is a low-maintenance plant that is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Frangula obovata

Frangula obovata can be found in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais.

Frangula obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Frangula obovata?

Frangula obovata

What are the common names of Frangula obovata?

Common names of Frangula obovata include glossy buckthorn and glossy buckthorn tree.

What is the natural habitat of Frangula obovata?

Frangula obovata is native to Europe, where it is found in dry, rocky areas.

Species in the Frangula genus

Frangula rhododendriphylla, Frangula alnus, Frangula austrosinensis, Frangula azorica, Frangula betulifolia, Frangula blumeri, Frangula californica, Frangula capreifolia, Frangula caroliniana, Frangula chrysophylla, Frangula crenata, Frangula dianthes, Frangula discolor, Frangula glaberrima, Frangula goudotiana, Frangula grandifolia, Frangula granulosa, Frangula grisea, Frangula henryi, Frangula lindeniana, Frangula longipes, Frangula macrocarpa, Frangula microphylla, Frangula mucronata, Frangula palmeri, Frangula pinetorum, Frangula polymorpha, Frangula pringlei, Frangula pubescens, Frangula purshiana, Frangula revoluta, Frangula riojae, Frangula rubra, Frangula rupestris, Frangula sphaerosperma, Frangula ulei, Frangula obovata, Frangula pedunculata, Frangula grandiflora, Frangula acuminata, Frangula breedlovei, Frangula chimalapensis, Frangula circumscissa, Frangula darienensis, Frangula hintonii, Frangula inconspicua, Frangula longipedicellata, Frangula longistyla, Frangula marahuacensis, Frangula mcvaughii,

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2896188: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Thomas Henry Kearney (1874-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kearney' in the authors string.
Robert Hibbs Peebles (1900-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peebles' in the authors string.
John O. Sawyer (1939-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sawyer' in the authors string.