Status:
valid
Authors:
McPherson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 75: 375 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000536565
Common Names
- Angostura kunorum
- Kunorum Angostura
- Kunor's Angostura
Description
Angostura kunorum (also called Kuno's Angostura, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and coastal scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Angostura kunorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in perfumes and fragrances. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Angostura kunorum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Angostura kunorum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but will not tolerate waterlogging. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Angostura kunorum
Angostura kunorum can be found in the Amazon Basin of South America.
Angostura kunorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Angostura kunorum?
Angostura kunorum
What is the common name of Angostura kunorum?
Kun's Angostura
What is the optimal growing temperature for Angostura kunorum?
65-75°F
Species in the Angostura genus
Angostura alipes,
Angostura bracteata,
Angostura candolleana,
Angostura cuneifolia,
Angostura engleriana,
Angostura glazioviana,
Angostura granulosa,
Angostura kunorum,
Angostura longiflora,
Angostura magdalenensis,
Angostura martiana,
Angostura ossana,
Angostura quinquefolia,
Angostura simplex,
Angostura tapajozensis,
Angostura taubertiana,
Angostura trifoliata,
Angostura undulata,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,