Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
aegialodes
ID:
255357

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 8: 438 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254689

Common Names

  • Oldenlandia aegialodes
  • Aegialodes Oldenlandia
  • Shore Oldenlandia

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Description

Oldenlandia aegialodes (also called Sea-Loving Oldenlandia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It grows in dry grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia aegialodes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has medicinal uses such as treating skin diseases and wounds. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oldenlandia aegialodes is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia aegialodes can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Oldenlandia aegialodes

Oldenlandia aegialodes is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.

Oldenlandia aegialodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia aegialodes?

Oldenlandia aegialodes

What is the family of Oldenlandia aegialodes?

Rubiaceae

Where is Oldenlandia aegialodes native to?

India

Species in the Oldenlandia genus

Oldenlandia ascedens, Oldenlandia acicularis, Oldenlandia adscensionis, Oldenlandia aegialodes, Oldenlandia aemulans, Oldenlandia affinis, Oldenlandia apoensis, Oldenlandia arenarioides, Oldenlandia aretioides, Oldenlandia aridosa, Oldenlandia balfourii, Oldenlandia banksii, Oldenlandia bicornuta, Oldenlandia boscii, Oldenlandia brachypetala, Oldenlandia brachyphylla, Oldenlandia breviflora, Oldenlandia cana, Oldenlandia capensis, Oldenlandia capillipes, Oldenlandia capituligera, Oldenlandia chevalieri, Oldenlandia chiovendae, Oldenlandia ciliata, Oldenlandia ciliolata, Oldenlandia clausa, Oldenlandia comata, Oldenlandia contracta, Oldenlandia corymbosa, Oldenlandia cryptocarpa, Oldenlandia cyperoides, Oldenlandia debilis, Oldenlandia decipiens, Oldenlandia densiflora, Oldenlandia dinteri, Oldenlandia drymarioides, Oldenlandia duemmeri, Oldenlandia dusenii, Oldenlandia echinulosa, Oldenlandia erythraeoides, Oldenlandia fastigiata, Oldenlandia filicaulis, Oldenlandia filifolia, Oldenlandia flosculosa, Oldenlandia forcipitistipula, Oldenlandia friesiorum, Oldenlandia geophila, Oldenlandia grandis, Oldenlandia gregaria, Oldenlandia herbacea,

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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