Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
obovatifoliola
ID:
1070839

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
tro

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. 8: 4 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001070177



Common Names

  • Stauntonia obovatifoliola
  • Stauntonia
  • Oblong-Leaved Stauntonia


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Description

Stauntonia obovatifoliola (also called Obovate-leaved Stauntonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen vine that grows up to 10 m (33 ft) tall. It is native to East Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stauntonia obovatifoliola is used as an ornamental plant, for its essential oils, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Stauntonia obovatifoliola are white, bell-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stauntonia obovatifoliola is a perennial herb that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Stauntonia obovatifoliola

Stauntonia obovatifoliola is native to China and can be found in moist, shady habitats.

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,

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