Adina pilulifera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch. ex Drake
Source:
wcs
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 9: 207 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788193
Common Names
- Pilulifera Adina
- Adina Pilulifera
- Pilulifera Pillwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adina pilulifera (also called Pill-bearing Adina, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and produces bright yellow flowers in the spring. It is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Adina pilulifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating coughs and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adina pilulifera has a white flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small black seed with a white hilum. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adina pilulifera is a shrub native to Australia. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Adina pilulifera
Adina pilulifera can be found in the Philippines.
Adina pilulifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adina pilulifera?
Adina pilulifera
What is the natural habitat of Adina pilulifera?
Tropical rainforest
What is the flowering season of Adina pilulifera?
Spring to summer
Species in the Adina genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-3268: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Emmanuel Drake del Castillo (1855-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drake' in the authors string.