Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
rubiginosa
ID:
332054

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robyns

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 11: 254 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331386

Common Names

  • Vangueriopsis rubiginosa
  • Rubiginosa Vangueriopsis
  • African Medlar

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Synonyms

  • Vangueriopsis gossweileri Robyns [valid]

Description

Vangueriopsis rubiginosa (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and grows in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Vangueriopsis rubiginosa 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

Flower: White or pale yellow, tubular, fragrant. Seed: Brown, oblong, flat. Seedlings: Oval-shaped cotyledons, hairy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vangueriopsis rubiginosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring. Plants should be divided every 3-4 years to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Vangueriopsis rubiginosa

Vangueriopsis rubiginosa can be found in the tropical regions of Africa, particularly in Angola, Cameroon, and Congo.

Vangueriopsis rubiginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vangueriopsis rubiginosa?

Vangueriopsis rubiginosa

What is the common name of Vangueriopsis rubiginosa?

Rusty Vangueriopsis

What is the natural habitat of Vangueriopsis rubiginosa?

It is native to tropical 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,