Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
384371

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 22: 297 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383703



Common Names

  • Ornithoboea flexuosa
  • Flexuosa Ornithoboea
  • Flexuous Ornithoboea


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Synonyms

  • Lepadanthus flexuosus Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Ornithoboea flexuosa (also called Flexuous Ornithoboea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in rocky areas and in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithoboea flexuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithoboea flexuosa is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Ornithoboea flexuosa: This plant is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including clay and sandy soils. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained medium. Division is best done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Ornithoboea flexuosa

Ornithoboea flexuosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Ornithoboea flexuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithoboea flexuosa?

Ornithoboea flexuosa

What is the common name of Ornithoboea flexuosa?

Flexuous grasshopper

Where is Ornithoboea flexuosa found?

Ornithoboea flexuosa is found in tropical Africa

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:382041-1: Based on the initial data import