Stauntonia obovata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
1265689
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 29: t. 2847 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265027
Common Names
- Oblong Stauntonia
- Oblong Vine
- Oblong Climber
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stauntonia obovata (also called 'Oblong Stauntonia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Stauntonia obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has medicinal benefits, including treating digestive disorders, reducing inflammation, and treating skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stauntonia obovata is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stauntonia obovata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Stauntonia obovata
Stauntonia obovata is native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
Stauntonia obovata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stauntonia obovata?
Stauntonia obovata
What is the natural habitat of Stauntonia obovata?
Stauntonia obovata is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
What is the flowering period of Stauntonia obovata?
The flowering period of Stauntonia obovata is from April to June.
Species in the Stauntonia genus
Stauntonia latifolia, Stauntonia angustifolia, Stauntonia chinensis, Stauntonia hexaphylla, Stauntonia filamentosa, Stauntonia maculata, Stauntonia trinervia, Stauntonia obovatifoliola, Stauntonia oligophylla, Stauntonia yaoshanensis, Stauntonia conspicua, Stauntonia parviflora, Stauntonia purpurea, Stauntonia obcordatilimba, Stauntonia cavalerieana, Stauntonia duclouxii, Stauntonia decora, Stauntonia brunoniana, Stauntonia libera, Stauntonia obovata, Stauntonia brachyandra, Stauntonia chapaensis, Stauntonia coriacea, Stauntonia crassifolia, Stauntonia grandiflora, Stauntonia linearifolia, Stauntonia medogensis, Stauntonia pterocaulis,
Species in the Lardizabalaceae family
Akebia longeracemosa, Akebia pentaphylla, Akebia quinata, Akebia trifoliata, Akebia apetala, Akebia longisepala, Boquila trifoliolata, Decaisnea fargesii, Decaisnea insignis, Lardizabala funaria, Sargentodoxa cuneata, Sinofranchetia chinensis, Stauntonia latifolia, Stauntonia angustifolia, Stauntonia chinensis, Stauntonia hexaphylla, Stauntonia filamentosa, Stauntonia maculata, Stauntonia trinervia, Stauntonia obovatifoliola, Stauntonia oligophylla, Stauntonia yaoshanensis, Stauntonia conspicua, Stauntonia parviflora, Stauntonia purpurea, Stauntonia obcordatilimba, Stauntonia cavalerieana, Stauntonia duclouxii, Stauntonia decora, Stauntonia brunoniana, Stauntonia libera, Stauntonia obovata, Stauntonia brachyandra, Stauntonia chapaensis, Stauntonia coriacea, Stauntonia crassifolia, Stauntonia grandiflora, Stauntonia linearifolia, Stauntonia medogensis, Stauntonia pterocaulis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50215543: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.