Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
campylacantha
ID:
332015

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mildbr.) Verdc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 42: 196 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331347

Common Names

  • Vangueriella campylacantha
  • Campylacantha Vangueriella
  • African Medlar

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Synonyms

  • Plectronia campylacantha Mildbr. [unknown]
  • Vangueriopsis setosa Robyns [valid]
  • Vangueriopsis subulata Robyns [valid]

Description

Vangueriella campylacantha (also called Campylacantha Medlar, among many other common names) is a small shrub, up to 3 m tall, with a dense crown and smooth bark. It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa, and is found in a variety of habitats, from coastal dunes to dry bushland.

Uses & Benefits

Vangueriella campylacantha is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a source of food and for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vangueriella campylacantha is white and tubular in shape. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vangueriella campylacantha can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a sandy soil mix. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Vangueriella campylacantha

Vangueriella campylacantha is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Sudan and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Vangueriella campylacantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vangueriella campylacantha?

Vangueriella campylacantha

What is the common name of Vangueriella campylacantha?

Campylacantha Wild Medlar

Where is Vangueriella campylacantha native to?

Eastern and southern Africa

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-211785: Based on the initial data import
Gottfried Wilhelm Johannes Mildbraed (1879-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mildbr.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.