Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
oligocephala
ID:
221627

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Havil.) Ridsdale

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Blumea 24: 347 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220956

Common Names

  • Khasiaclunea oligocephala
  • Oligocephala Khasiaclunea
  • Khasiaclunea

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Synonyms

  • Adina oligocephala Havil. [valid]

Description

Khasiaclunea oligocephala (also called “Oligocephala Khasiaclunea”, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical forests, at elevations of up to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Khasiaclunea oligocephala is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for low-maintenance landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Khasiaclunea oligocephala is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Khasiaclunea oligocephala is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Khasiaclunea oligocephala

Khasiaclunea oligocephala can be found in tropical forests of Central and South America.

Khasiaclunea oligocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Khasiaclunea oligocephala?

Khasiaclunea oligocephala

What type of plant is Khasiaclunea oligocephala?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.

Where is Khasiaclunea oligocephala native to?

It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Species in the Khasiaclunea 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-105919: Based on the initial data import
George Darby Haviland (1857-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Havil.' in the authors string.
Colin Ernest Ridsdale (1944-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridsdale' in the authors string.