Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
298257

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Rehder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1935: 364 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297589

Common Names

  • Longifolia Augusta
  • Augusta Longifolia
  • Augusta Longifoliate

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Synonyms

  • Schreibersia longifolia Kuntze [valid]
  • Tocoyena mansoana Angely [valid]
  • Ucriana longifolia Spreng. [valid]

Description

Augusta longifolia (also called Long-Leaf Augusta, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has a greyish-green bark and small white flowers. It is found in dry forests, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Augusta longifolia has been used as an ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and parks. It has also been used to make traditional medicines and as a food source.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Augusta longifolia var. longifolia
Augusta longifolia var. parvifolia (Pohl) Delprete

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Augusta longifolia has white to pink flowers with yellow centers and a light, sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Augusta longifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Augusta longifolia

Augusta longifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.

Augusta longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Augusta longifolia?

Augusta longifolia

What is the family of Augusta longifolia?

Rubiaceae

What is the native range of Augusta longifolia?

Mexico to Panama

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-17941: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Alfred Rehder (1863-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rehder' in the authors string.