Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
longifolia
ID:
604386

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight) B.Hansen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 3: 210 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603718



Common Names

  • Chroesthes longifolia
  • Longifolia Chroesthes
  • Chroesthes of Longifolia


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Description

Chroesthes longifolia (also called Long-Leaved Chroesthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, and its habitats include rainforests, dry woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Chroesthes longifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chroesthes longifolia has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chroesthes longifolia is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn by dividing the clumps of the plant.

Where to Find Chroesthes longifolia

Chroesthes longifolia can be found in Colombia.

Chroesthes longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chroesthes longifolia?

Chroesthes longifolia

What type of plant is Chroesthes longifolia?

It is a shrub

Where does Chroesthes longifolia grow?

It is native to Australia

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Bertel Hansen (1932-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hansen' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.