Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
368372

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Contr. Apocyn. : 129 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367704



Common Names

  • Bousigonia angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Bousigonia
  • Narrow-leaved Bousigonia


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Description

Bousigonia angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Bousigonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, glossy leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is most commonly found in moist, sandy soils in woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bousigonia angustifolia is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers and is drought tolerant. It can also be used as a hedge or screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bousigonia angustifolia is a white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, with two narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bousigonia angustifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Bousigonia angustifolia

Bousigonia angustifolia is native to tropical Africa.

Bousigonia angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bousigonia angustifolia?

Bousigonia angustifolia

What is the family of Bousigonia angustifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Bousigonia angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved bousigonia

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,

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