Phaulopsis angolana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angolana
ID:
393806
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
cmp
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 18: 229 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393138
Common Names
- Angolan Phaulopsis
- Angolan Phaulopsis Tree
- Angolan Phaulopsis Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phaulopsis angolana (also called 'Angolan Lace-flower' and 'Angolan Lace Bush', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in woodlands, savannas, and along riverbanks. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and produces white, bell-shaped flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Phaulopsis angolana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phaulopsis angolana is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phaulopsis angolana is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be watered regularly. The plant can be pruned to encourage new growth and should be fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Phaulopsis angolana
Phaulopsis angolana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Phaulopsis angolana FAQ
What are the common names of Phaulopsis angolana?
Angolan Phaulopsis
What is the native range of Phaulopsis angolana?
Angola
What type of soil does Phaulopsis angolana prefer?
Well-drained, sandy soil
Species in the Phaulopsis genus
Phaulopsis semiconica, Phaulopsis aequivoca, Phaulopsis symmetrica, Phaulopsis grandiflora, Phaulopsis ciliata, Phaulopsis imbricata, Phaulopsis angolana, Phaulopsis barteri, Phaulopsis sangana, Phaulopsis micrantha, Phaulopsis marcelinoi, Phaulopsis lindaviana, Phaulopsis latiloba, Phaulopsis lankesterioides, Phaulopsis johnstonii, Phaulopsis rupestris, Phaulopsis micrantha, Phaulopsis dorsiflora, Phaulopsis savannicola, Phaulopsis talbotii, Phaulopsis verticillaris, Phaulopsis gediensis, Phaulopsis pulchella,
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
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.