Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
scandens
ID:
967657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 3: 260 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000966995

Common Names

  • Scandens Ferdinandusa
  • Scandens False-Foxglove
  • Ferdinandusa scandens

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Description

Ferdinandusa scandens (also called Climbing Ferdinandusa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is often found in gardens or near buildings, as it is tolerant of shade and can thrive in a variety of soil conditions.

Uses & Benefits

Ferdinandusa scandens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ferdinandusa scandens has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ferdinandusa scandens is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is native to Madagascar. It is a slow-growing, solitary palm that can reach up to 10 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of light shade. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Germination is slow and can take up to 6 months.

Where to Find Ferdinandusa scandens

Ferdinandusa scandens can be found in the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

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-84359: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.