Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
vallicola
ID:
221418

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 40: 103 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220747

Common Names

  • Anthospermum vallicola
  • Vallicola Anthospermum
  • Vallicola False Daisy

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Description

Anthospermum vallicola (also called Valley Anthospermum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 4 m tall, with simple, opposite leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Anthospermum vallicola is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthospermum vallicola has white flowers with yellow anthers and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthospermum vallicola is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry deciduous forest. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Anthospermum vallicola

Anthospermum vallicola is found in tropical Africa, from Nigeria to Angola and south to Namibia and South Africa.

Anthospermum vallicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthospermum vallicola?

Anthospermum vallicola

What is the family of Anthospermum vallicola?

Asteraceae

Where is Anthospermum vallicola found?

Central and South America

Species in the Anthospermum genus

Anthospermum aethiopicum, Anthospermum ammannioides, Anthospermum asperuloides, Anthospermum basuticum, Anthospermum bergianum, Anthospermum bicorne, Anthospermum comptonii, Anthospermum dregei, Anthospermum emirnense, Anthospermum ericifolium, Anthospermum esterhuysenianum, Anthospermum galioides, Anthospermum galpinii, Anthospermum herbaceum, Anthospermum hirtum, Anthospermum hispidulum, Anthospermum ibityense, Anthospermum isaloense, Anthospermum littoreum, Anthospermum longisepalum, Anthospermum madagascariense, Anthospermum monticola, Anthospermum pachyrrhizum, Anthospermum palustre, Anthospermum paniculatum, Anthospermum perrieri, Anthospermum prostratum, Anthospermum rigidum, Anthospermum rosmarinus, Anthospermum spathulatum, Anthospermum streyi, Anthospermum ternatum, Anthospermum thymoides, Anthospermum usambarense, Anthospermum vallicola, Anthospermum villosicarpum, Anthospermum welwitschii, Anthospermum whyteanum, Anthospermum zimbabwense, Anthospermum ammanioides,

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,

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