Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aschersoniana
ID:
166287

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Taub.) Burkart

Source:
ildis

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Legum. Argent., ed. 2: 545 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165616



Common Names

  • Ascherson's Cologania
  • Ascherson's Collaea
  • Ascherson's Butterfly Pea


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Synonyms

  • Galactia aschersoniana Taub. [valid]

Description

Collaea aschersoniana (also called Ascherson's Collaea, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Collaea aschersoniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Collaea aschersoniana has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Collaea aschersoniana is a tropical perennial plant native to Central and South America. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the stem or root and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Collaea aschersoniana

Collaea aschersoniana is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest, in the Andes Mountains, and in the coastal regions of Brazil.

Collaea aschersoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Collaea aschersoniana?

Collaea aschersoniana

What is the common name of Collaea aschersoniana?

Ascherson's Collaea

Where is Collaea aschersoniana native to?

South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Paul Hermann Wilhelm Taubert (1862-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taub.' in the authors string.
Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' in the authors string.