Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
angolensis
ID:
797124

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hutch.) Bullock ex I.Nogueira

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2.A, 51: 135 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796457

Common Names

  • Leptactina angolensis
  • Angolan Leptactina
  • Angolan Leptactina

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Description

Leptactina angolensis (also called Angolan leptactina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is native to Angola and is found in the provinces of Huíla and Namibe. It grows in dry, sunny areas, often in woodlands or grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Leptactina angolensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Leptactina angolensis are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptactina angolensis is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Leptactina angolensis

Leptactina angolensis is native to Angola and can be found in the dry woodlands of the region.

Leptactina angolensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptactina angolensis?

Leptactina angolensis

What is the common name of Leptactina angolensis?

Angolan Leptactina

What is the natural habitat of Leptactina angolensis?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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-334991: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.
Isabel Mariana Simões Nogueira (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Nogueira' in the authors string.