Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
332032

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schumach. & Thonn.) Verdc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 42: 194 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331364

Common Names

  • Vangueriella spinosa
  • Spinosa Vangueriella
  • African Medlar

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Synonyms

  • Phallaria spinosa Schumach. & Thonn. [valid]
  • Plectronia klotzschiana K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Plectronia spinosa (Schumach. & Thonn.) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Vangueriopsis leucodermis (K.Krause) Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]
  • Vangueriopsis membranacea Robyns [valid]
  • Vangueriopsis spinosa (Schumach. & Thonn.) Hepper [valid]
  • Vangueriopsis violacea Robyns [valid]
  • Canthium stenosepalum Lantz [valid]
  • Canthium thonningii Benth. [valid]
  • Chomelia leucodermis K.Krause [valid]

Description

Vangueriella spinosa (also called Spiny Vangueriella, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in dry and moist forests, woodlands and savannas. It has simple, alternate leaves that are oblong to elliptic in shape and have a pointed tip.

Uses & Benefits

Vangueriella spinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vangueriella spinosa 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 spinosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Vangueriella spinosa

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

Vangueriella spinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vangueriella spinosa?

Vangueriella spinosa

What is the common name of Vangueriella spinosa?

Spinosa Wild Medlar

Where is Vangueriella spinosa 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-211800: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.