Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
acaulis
ID:
712872

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Speta

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 38: 56 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712205



Common Names

  • Acaulis Oziroe
  • Oziroe acaulis
  • Acaulis


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Description

Oziroe acaulis (also called Stemless Oziroe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a woody climber with small, white flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, thickets, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oziroe acaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oziroe acaulis are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oziroe acaulis is a fast-growing, semi-succulent, perennial climber that can be propagated by cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). The stems can be cut back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Oziroe acaulis

Oziroe acaulis can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Oziroe acaulis FAQ

What is the common name of Oziroe acaulis?

Stemless Oziroe

What is the native range of Oziroe acaulis?

India

What are the uses of Oziroe acaulis?

It is used in traditional medicine for digestive disorders, fever, and other conditions

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-283538: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Franz Speta (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speta' in the authors string.