Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
laurifolia
ID:
748756

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pierre) Pierre

Source:
cmp

Year:

Citation Micro:
Wildem. Enum. Pl. Laurent 150.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748089



Common Names

  • Oubanguia Laurifolia
  • Laurifolia Oubanguia
  • Laurel-Leaved Oubanguia


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Description

Oubanguia laurifolia (also called Laurel-Leaved Oubanguia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Africa. This plant is usually found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical dry shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Oubanguia laurifolia is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is used as a groundcover and can be used to create a low-maintenance garden. It is also used in rock gardens and other areas where it can spread without becoming invasive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oubanguia laurifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, heart-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oubanguia laurifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm until the seeds germinate. For cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn. Place the cuttings in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until the cuttings root.

Where to Find Oubanguia laurifolia

Oubanguia laurifolia is found in tropical Africa.

Oubanguia laurifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oubanguia laurifolia?

Oubanguia laurifolia

What type of plant is Oubanguia laurifolia?

Tree

Where is Oubanguia laurifolia found?

West Africa

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

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