Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
337005

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Novon 12: 559 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336337

Common Names

  • Pentagonia angustifolia
  • Angustifolia
  • Pentagonia

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Description

Pentagonia angustifolia (also called 'Narrow-leaved Pentagonia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to tropical Asia and Australia. It grows up to 6 m tall and has ovate leaves. It is found in rainforests, secondary forests, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentagonia angustifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentagonia angustifolia is a white or yellowish-white tube-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are usually small and have a single, upright stem with simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentagonia angustifolia is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and allowed to root in a warm, humid environment. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Pentagonia angustifolia

Pentagonia angustifolia is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in Benin, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, and Zambia.

Pentagonia angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentagonia angustifolia?

Pentagonia angustifolia

What is the common name of Pentagonia angustifolia?

Angustifolia Pentagonia

Where is Pentagonia angustifolia native to?

South America

Species in the Pentagonia genus

Pentagonia bocataurensis, Pentagonia costaricensis, Pentagonia donnell-smithii, Pentagonia gigantifolia, Pentagonia grandiflora, Pentagonia gymnopoda, Pentagonia hirsuta, Pentagonia involucrata, Pentagonia lobata, Pentagonia macrophylla, Pentagonia magnifica, Pentagonia nuciformis, Pentagonia parvifolia, Pentagonia pinnatifida, Pentagonia rubriflora, Pentagonia spathicalyx, Pentagonia subauriculata, Pentagonia tinajita, Pentagonia wendlandii, Pentagonia williamsii, Pentagonia wurdackii, Pentagonia angustifolia, Pentagonia dwyeriana, Pentagonia sanblasensis, Pentagonia amazonica, Pentagonia breviloba, Pentagonia microcarpa, Pentagonia subsessilis, Pentagonia villosula, Pentagonia bonifaziana, Pentagonia pachiteana, Pentagonia clementinensis, Pentagonia tapacula, Pentagonia lanciloba, Pentagonia osaensis, Pentagonia australis, Pentagonia gambagam, Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi, Pentagonia osapinnata, Pentagonia chocoensis, Pentagonia imparipinnata, Pentagonia carniflora, Pentagonia baumannii,

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-216698: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.