Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subaequalis
ID:
615848

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Planch. ex S.Vidal) Burret

Source:
cmp

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 802 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615180



Common Names

  • Colona Subaequalis
  • Subaequalis Colona
  • Subequal Colona


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Synonyms

  • Columbia subaequalis Planch. ex Vidal [unknown]

Description

Colona subaequalis (also called Subaequal Colona, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Philippines, and is found in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, secondary forests, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Colona subaequalis is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Colona subaequalis has white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Colona subaequalis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Colona subaequalis

Colona subaequalis can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Colona subaequalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Colona subaequalis?

Colona subaequalis

What is the family of Colona subaequalis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Colona subaequalis?

Subaequalis Colona

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2731416: Based on the initial data import
Sebastián Vidal y Soler (1842-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Vidal' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.