Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
tuberculata
ID:
541651

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Meve & Liede

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 234: 199 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540983



Common Names

  • Tuberculata Apteranthes
  • Tuberculate Apteranthes
  • Tuberculate Leafless Apteranthes


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Description

Apteranthes tuberculata (also called Tubercled Apteranthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to India and Sri Lanka, and is commonly found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Apteranthes tuberculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Apteranthes tuberculata is a small, yellowish-white spikelet, with three stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet, with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apteranthes tuberculata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall, when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Apteranthes tuberculata

Apteranthes tuberculata can be found in South Africa.

Apteranthes tuberculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apteranthes tuberculata?

Apteranthes tuberculata

What is the common name of Apteranthes tuberculata?

Tuberculate orchid

What is the natural habitat of Apteranthes tuberculata?

Tropical forests

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.