Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiangustatus
ID:
82001

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.M.Barroso) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 107(3): 560 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081330



Common Names

  • Colobus Longiangustatus
  • Angola Colobus
  • Long-tailed Colobus


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia longi-angustata G.M.Barroso [unknown]

Description

Cololobus longiangustatus (also called Long-tailed Colobus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with grey-green foliage and bright yellow flowers. It is native to Africa and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cololobus longiangustatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cololobus longiangustatus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cololobus longiangustatus is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 15 to 20 cm. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Cololobus longiangustatus

Cololobus longiangustatus is native to Africa and can be found in dry, sunny habitats such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Cololobus longiangustatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cololobus longiangustatus?

Cololobus longiangustatus

What is the common name of Cololobus longiangustatus?

Long-tailed Colobus

What is the natural habitat of Cololobus longiangustatus?

Forests and woodlands

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-37879: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Graziela Maciel Barroso (1912-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.M.Barroso' in the authors string.