Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
angustipetala
ID:
1293439

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Perrier) N.Hallé

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 17: 405 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292777



Common Names

  • Reissantia angustipetala
  • Angustipetala Reissantia
  • Reissantia Angustipetala


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Description

Reissantia angustipetala (also called narrow-petaled reissantia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Namibia and Angola. It grows in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and river beds.

Uses & Benefits

Reissantia angustipetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Reissantia angustipetala var. boinensis (H.Perrier) N.Hallé
Reissantia angustipetala var. angustipetala

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Reissantia angustipetala has small, yellow flowers that produce small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Reissantia angustipetala can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Reissantia angustipetala

Reissantia angustipetala can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Reissantia angustipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Reissantia angustipetala?

Reissantia angustipetala

What is the family of Reissantia angustipetala?

Celastraceae

What is the native range of Reissantia angustipetala?

South Africa

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 tro-6600869: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.