Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
laurifolia
ID:
221640

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Woodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Sunyatsenia 3: 102 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220969



Common Names

  • Kibatalia laurifolia
  • Laurel-leaf Kibatalia
  • Kibatalia


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Synonyms

  • Kibatalia microphylla (Pit.) Woodson [unknown]
  • Paravallaris laurifolia (Ridl.) Kerr [unknown]
  • Paravallaris microphylla Pit. [unknown]
  • Trachelospermum laurifolium Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Kibatalia laurifolia (also called “Laurel-leaved Kibatalia”, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Southeast Asia. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical forests, at elevations of up to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Kibatalia laurifolia is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for low-maintenance landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kibatalia laurifolia is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kibatalia laurifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Kibatalia laurifolia

Kibatalia laurifolia can be found in the Philippines.

Kibatalia laurifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kibatalia laurifolia?

Kibatalia laurifolia

What type of plant is Kibatalia laurifolia?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.

Where is Kibatalia laurifolia native to?

It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-105932: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Robert Everard Woodson (1904-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodson' in the authors string.