Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
selleana
ID:
255964

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 16: 145 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255296

Common Names

  • Oldenlandia selleana
  • Selleana Oldenlandia
  • Oldenlandia selleana

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Synonyms

  • Hedyotis selleana (Urb.) Alain [valid]

Description

Oldenlandia selleana (also called Selle's 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 selleana 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 selleana has white flowers with five 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 selleana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Oldenlandia selleana

Oldenlandia selleana can be found in tropical regions of Africa.

Oldenlandia selleana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia selleana?

Oldenlandia selleana

What is the common name of Oldenlandia selleana?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Oldenlandia selleana?

Dry forests and grasslands

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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