Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
congestiflora
ID:
414604

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 3: 496 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413936



Common Names

  • Congestiflora Tontelea
  • Tontelea congestiflora
  • Tontelea


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Synonyms

  • Salacia congestiflora A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Tontelea congestiflora (also called Congestiflora Tontelea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in moist, open areas such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows. It has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spherical cluster and are surrounded by four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Tontelea congestiflora is an ornamental plant that is used for landscaping and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flowers are small, white and fragrant. Seeds are small and round, with a black, shiny surface. Seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tontelea congestiflora is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.

Where to Find Tontelea congestiflora

Tontelea congestiflora is native to South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Tontelea congestiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tontelea congestiflora?

Tontelea congestiflora

What type of plant is Tontelea congestiflora?

Tropical shrub

What is the natural habitat of Tontelea congestiflora?

Rainforest

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