Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
ovata
ID:
367254

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 455 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366586



Common Names

  • Logania ovata
  • Logania Egg
  • Logania Oval


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Synonyms

  • Logania elliptica R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Logania ovata (also called Ovate logania, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that is native to South America. It is a member of the Loganiaceae family and is characterized by its small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is typically found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Logania ovata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Logania ovata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Logania ovata is a perennial plant native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a new location.

Where to Find Logania ovata

Logania ovata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Logania ovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Logania ovata?

Logania ovata

What is the common name of Logania ovata?

No common name

Where is Logania ovata found?

Logania ovata is found in the Indian Ocean

Species in the Loganiaceae family

Antonia ovata, Bonyunia antoniifolia, Bonyunia aquatica, Bonyunia minor, Bonyunia superba, Bonyunia venusta, Bonyunia spectabilis, Bonyunia excelsa, Bonyunia magnifica, Bonyunia nobilis, Bonyunia pulchra, Gardneria angustifolia, Gardneria lanceolata, Gardneria multiflora, Gardneria nutans, Gardneria ovata, Geniostoma angustifolium, Geniostoma antherotrichum, Geniostoma balansanum, Geniostoma biseriale, Geniostoma borbonicum, Geniostoma calcicola, Geniostoma celastrineum, Geniostoma clavatum, Geniostoma cyrtandrae, Geniostoma densiflora, Geniostoma erythrosperma, Geniostoma fagraeoides, Geniostoma gagnae, Geniostoma glaucescens, Geniostoma grandifolium, Geniostoma huttonii, Geniostoma leenhoutsii, Geniostoma macrophyllum, Geniostoma mooreanum, Geniostoma novae-caledoniae, Geniostoma pedunculatum, Geniostoma petiolosum, Geniostoma randianum, Geniostoma rapense, Geniostoma rarotongensis, Geniostoma remyana, Geniostoma rupestre, Geniostoma stipulare, Geniostoma sykesii, Geniostoma trichostylum, Geniostoma umbellatum, Geniostoma vestitum, Geniostoma weinlandii, Geniostoma imbricatum,