Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Species:
angulata
ID:
327066

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 19: t. 1893 1889

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326398

Common Names

  • Toricellia angulata
  • Angled Toricellia
  • Sharp-Edged Toricellia

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Synonyms

  • Toricellia angulata intermedia (Harms ex Diels) Hu [unknown]
  • Toricellia intermedia Harms ex Diels [unknown]

Description

Toricellia angulata (also called Angulate Toricellia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is an evergreen shrub with long, thin branches and small, glossy leaves. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Toricellia angulata is a shrub native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Toricellia angulata is yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Toricellia angulata is a shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be kept moist but not wet and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Toricellia angulata

Toricellia angulata is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Toricellia angulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Toricellia angulata?

Toricellia angulata

What are the common names of Toricellia angulata?

Angled Toricellia

What is the growth habit of Toricellia angulata?

It is an evergreen shrub

Species in the Toricellia genus

Species in the Cornaceae family

Alangium alpinum, Alangium barbatum, Alangium borneense, Alangium chinense, Alangium chungii, Alangium circulare, Alangium ebenaceum, Alangium ferrugineum, Alangium frutescens, Alangium glandulosum, Alangium grisolleoides, Alangium havilandii, Alangium hexapetalum, Alangium hirsutum, Alangium hollrungii, Alangium javanicum, Alangium kurzii, Alangium longiflorum, Alangium maliliense, Alangium meyeri, Alangium mezianum, Alangium nobile, Alangium oblongum, Alangium pilosum, Alangium platanifolium, Alangium premnifolium, Alangium qingchuanense, Alangium ridleyi, Alangium rotundifolium, Alangium salviifolium, Alangium scandens, Alangium sinicum, Alangium taiwanianum, Alangium tetrandrum, Alangium tonkinense, Alangium uniloculare, Alangium villosum, Alangium warburgianum, Alangium yunnanense, Alangium barbatum, Alangium kayuniga, Alangium amplum, Alangium indochinense, Alangium melliferum, Alangium sempervirens, Alangium polyosmoides, Cornus eydeana, Cornus lepagei, Cornus acadiensis, Cornus alba,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-207020: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.