Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. 2: 48 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691002
Common Names
- Finlaysonia obovata
- Oval Finlaysonia
- Oval Tree Fern
Synonyms
- Tabernaemontana cirrhosa Blanco [unknown]
- Guru obovata (Wall.) Buch.-Ham. ex Voigt [unknown]
Description
Finlaysonia obovata (also called Obovata, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions and grows in humid, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Finlaysonia obovata is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Finlaysonia obovata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems and small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Finlaysonia obovata is a small perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate through division or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Finlaysonia obovata
Finlaysonia obovata is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangxi, Guizhou, Hubei, Hunan, Sichuan, and Yunnan.
Finlaysonia obovata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Finlaysonia obovata?
Finlaysonia obovata
What is the common name of Finlaysonia obovata?
Oblong Finlaysonia
What is the family of Finlaysonia obovata?
Asteraceae
Species in the Finlaysonia genus
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