Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
1084602

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Troupin

Source:
tro

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 25: 137 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001083940



Common Names

  • Tinospora oblongifolia
  • Oblongifolia Tinospora
  • Tinospora Oblongifolia


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Description

Tinospora oblongifolia (also called Oblong-leaved tinospora, among many other common names) is a small tree species native to the Amazon rainforest. It is found in moist lowland forests, and can reach up to 10 meters in height. It has an oblong leaf shape, and produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tinospora oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves can be used as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tinospora oblongifolia is a small, white, fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tinospora oblongifolia is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tinospora oblongifolia

Tinospora oblongifolia is native to tropical Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in moist forests, along streams, and in other wet areas.

Species in the Tinospora genus

Tinospora sagittata, Tinospora sumatrana, Tinospora subcordata, Tinospora smilacina, Tinospora siamensis, Tinospora teysmannii, Tinospora penninervifolia, Tinospora palminervis, Tinospora orophila, Tinospora trilobata, Tinospora tinosporoides, Tinospora glandulosa, Tinospora glabra, Tinospora coriacea, Tinospora dissitiflora, Tinospora macrocarpa, Tinospora neocaledonica, Tinospora merrilliana, Tinospora caffra, Tinospora homosepala, Tinospora hirsuta, Tinospora celebica, Tinospora nudiflora, Tinospora bakis, Tinospora baenzigeri, Tinospora arfakiana, Tinospora esiangkara, Tinospora formanii, Tinospora cordifolia, Tinospora fragosa, Tinospora tenera, Tinospora uviforme, Tinospora mossambicensis, Tinospora oblongifolia, Tinospora sinensis, Tinospora hainanensis, Tinospora guangxiensis, Tinospora crispa, Tinospora dentata, Tinospora maqsoodiana,

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-20600500: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Georges M.D.J. Troupin (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Troupin' in the authors string.