Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
639986

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.W.Thomas

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 73: 219 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639318

Common Names

  • Deinbollia angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Deinbollia
  • Deinbollia Angustifolia

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Description

Deinbollia angustifolia (also called Narrow-Leaved False-Lily, among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial native to Bolivia and Paraguay. It has lance-shaped leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, open forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Deinbollia angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Deinbollia angustifolia are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deinbollia angustifolia is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but it can also be propagated from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Deinbollia angustifolia

Deinbollia angustifolia is native to tropical Africa and is found in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is found in lowland rainforest and montane forest.

Deinbollia angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Deinbollia angustifolia?

Deinbollia angustifolia

What is the common name of Deinbollia angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Pineapple Lily

What is the natural habitat of Deinbollia angustifolia?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Deinbollia genus

Deinbollia acuminata, Deinbollia angustifolia, Deinbollia boinensis, Deinbollia borbonica, Deinbollia calophylla, Deinbollia cauliflora, Deinbollia crassipes, Deinbollia cuneifolia, Deinbollia dasybotrys, Deinbollia evrardii, Deinbollia fanshawei, Deinbollia fulvotomentella, Deinbollia gossweileri, Deinbollia grandifolia, Deinbollia hierniana, Deinbollia insignis, Deinbollia kilimandscharica, Deinbollia laurentii, Deinbollia laurifolia, Deinbollia longiacuminata, Deinbollia macrantha, Deinbollia macrocarpa, Deinbollia macroura, Deinbollia maxima, Deinbollia mezilii, Deinbollia neglecta, Deinbollia nyasica, Deinbollia oblongifolia, Deinbollia pervillei, Deinbollia pinnata, Deinbollia pycnophylla, Deinbollia pynaertii, Deinbollia rambaensis, Deinbollia reticulata, Deinbollia revoluta, Deinbollia saligna, Deinbollia unijuga, Deinbollia xanthocarpa, Deinbollia oreophila,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2759006: Based on the initial data import
Duncan W. Thomas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.W.Thomas' in the authors string.