Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
scopulorum
ID:
255959

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bullock

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1932: 497 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255291

Common Names

  • Oldenlandia scopulorum
  • Scopulorum Oldenlandia
  • Scopulorum Oldenlandia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Oldenlandia eludens Bremek. [valid]
  • Oldenlandia filipes Bremek. [valid]
  • Oldenlandia scopulorum lanceolata Bremek. [valid]
  • Oldenlandia somala scabridula Bremek. [valid]

Description

Oldenlandia scopulorum (also called Rocky Star-Violet, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with white flowers and a star-shaped corolla. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia scopulorum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oldenlandia scopulorum has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia scopulorum is a perennial herb that prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Oldenlandia scopulorum

Oldenlandia scopulorum can be found in tropical regions of Africa.

Oldenlandia scopulorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia scopulorum?

Oldenlandia scopulorum

What is the common name of Oldenlandia scopulorum?

Scopulose oldenlandia

What is the natural habitat of Oldenlandia scopulorum?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in South Africa.

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,

References