Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
333517

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 48(2): 21 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000332849

Common Names

  • Virectaria angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Virectaria
  • Angustifolia Virectaria

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Synonyms

  • Virecta angustifolia Hiern [valid]

Description

Virectaria angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Virectaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in forests and thickets at elevations of up to 1,800 meters. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing to a height of up to 8 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Virectaria angustifolia is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as cut flowers. It has a pleasant scent and is attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Virectaria angustifolia var. angustifolia
Virectaria angustifolia var. schlechteri Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Virectaria angustifolia has white flowers with four petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Virectaria angustifolia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate by cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by cuttings in summer. It can also be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it can take a long time to germinate.

Where to Find Virectaria angustifolia

Virectaria angustifolia can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in areas such as Perth and Albany.

Virectaria angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Virectaria angustifolia?

Virectaria angustifolia

What is the common name of Virectaria angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Virectaria

What is the natural habitat of Virectaria angustifolia?

Dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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-213229: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.