Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
annobonensis
ID:
524376

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Schellenb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 207 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523708



Common Names

  • Annobon Agelaea
  • Annobonensis Agelaea
  • Annobon Island Agelaea


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Description

Agelaea annobonensis (also called Annobon Agelaea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the island of Annobon, off the coast of Africa. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in rocky and sandy soils in the tropical rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Agelaea annobonensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil which is used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agelaea annobonensis has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agelaea annobonensis is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be placed in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Agelaea annobonensis

Agelaea annobonensis is native to the island of Annobón in Equatorial Guinea and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of the island.

Agelaea annobonensis FAQ

What type of plant is Agelaea annobonensis?

Agelaea annobonensis is a shrub of the family Rutaceae.

What is the natural habitat of Agelaea annobonensis?

Agelaea annobonensis is native to the island of Annobón in Equatorial Guinea.

What is the size of Agelaea annobonensis?

Agelaea annobonensis can reach a height of up to 1.5 meters.

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2625968: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Schellenberg (1882-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Schellenb.' in the authors string.