Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
apocynoides
ID:
735073

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Oliv.) N.Hallé ex J.Raynal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Fl. Méd. Tradit. Rwanda : 119 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000734406



Common Names

  • Loeseneriella apocynoides
  • Apocynum-like Loeseneriella
  • Dogbane-like Loeseneriella


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Synonyms

  • Hippocratea apocynoides Welw. ex Oliv. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea apocynoides typica Loes. [invalid]

Description

Loeseneriella apocynoides (also called 'Dogbane Sandwort', among many other common names) is an annual plant with small, white flowers. It is native to Europe and grows in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Loeseneriella apocynoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for some animals.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Loeseneriella apocynoides var. guineensis (Hutch. & M.B.Moss) N.Hallé
Loeseneriella apocynoides var. apocynoides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Loeseneriella apocynoides has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loeseneriella apocynoides is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 6-8 inches long. Dip the cuttings in a rooting hormone and place them in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the pot in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The cuttings should root in about 6-8 weeks.

Where to Find Loeseneriella apocynoides

Loeseneriella apocynoides is native to India and can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of the Western Ghats.

Loeseneriella apocynoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loeseneriella apocynoides?

Loeseneriella apocynoides

What is the common name of Loeseneriella apocynoides?

Apocynum-leaved loeseneriella

Where is Loeseneriella apocynoides native to?

China

Species in the Loeseneriella genus

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2869868: Based on the initial data import
Jean Raynal (1933-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Raynal' in the authors string.
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.