Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. 2: 28 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430113
Common Names
- Angulata Zanonia
- Zanonia angulata
- Angulata Zanonia
Description
Zanonia angulata (also called 'Angled Zanonia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Zanonia angulata is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a groundcover and is drought-tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Zanonia angulata are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanonia angulata is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Brazil. It is easy to propagate by cuttings or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Zanonia angulata
Zanonia angulata is native to South Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Zanonia angulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanonia angulata?
Zanonia angulata
What are the common names of Zanonia angulata?
Angled Zanonia, Angled-Flowered Zanonia
What is the natural habitat of Zanonia angulata?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa
Species in the Zanonia genus
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia,
Acanthosicyos horridus,
Actinostemma lobatum,
Actinostemma parvifolium,
Actinostemma tenerum,
Alsomitra macrocarpa,
Ampelosicyos humblotii,
Ampelosicyos major,
Ampelosicyos meridionalis,
Ampelosicyos scandens,
Ampelosicyos bosseri,
Ampelosicyos leandrii,
Ampelosycios meridionalis,
Ampelosycios scandens,
Apodanthera anatuyana,
Apodanthera argentea,
Apodanthera aspera,
Apodanthera biflora,
Apodanthera bradei,
Apodanthera cinerea,
Apodanthera eriocalyx,
Apodanthera fasciculata,
Apodanthera ferreyrana,
Apodanthera glaziovii,
Apodanthera hindii,
Apodanthera hirtella,
Apodanthera laciniosa,
Apodanthera linearis,
Apodanthera mandonii,
Apodanthera mathewsii,
Apodanthera palmeri,
Apodanthera sagittifolia,
Apodanthera smilacifolia,
Apodanthera succulenta,
Apodanthera tumbeziana,
Apodanthera ulei,
Apodanthera undulata,
Apodanthera villosa,
Apodanthera weberbaueri,
Apodanthera longipedicellata,
Austrobryonia argillicola,
Austrobryonia centralis,
Austrobryonia micrantha,
Austrobryonia pilbarensis,
Baijiania borneensis,
Baijiania taiwaniana,
Baijiania decipiens,
Baijiania smitinandii,
Bambekea racemosa,
Bayabusua clarkei,