Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
rigida
ID:
520863

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 149 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520195



Common Names

  • Adenogramma Rigida
  • Rigid Adenogramma
  • Rigid Adenogramma Vine


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Synonyms

  • Pharnaceum rigidum Bartl. [unknown]
  • Psammotropha rigida Fenzl [unknown]

Description

Adenogramma rigida (also called Rigid Climbing Fig, among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen vine native to tropical Africa. It grows in rainforests and other moist, shady habitats. The leaves are large and heart-shaped, and the flowers are small and yellow-green in color. The fruits are small, red berries.

Uses & Benefits

Adenogramma rigida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It has a high tolerance for drought and is often used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenogramma rigida has a small white flower with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenogramma rigida is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Adenogramma rigida

Adenogramma rigida is found in Madagascar.

Adenogramma rigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenogramma rigida?

Adenogramma rigida

What type of plant is Adenogramma rigida?

A perennial shrub

What is the natural habitat of Adenogramma rigida?

It is found in rocky areas and dry coastal scrub

Species in the Molluginaceae family

Adenogramma asparagoides, Adenogramma capillaris, Adenogramma congesta, Adenogramma glomerata, Adenogramma lichtensteiniana, Adenogramma littoralis, Adenogramma mollugo, Adenogramma physocalyx, Adenogramma rigida, Adenogramma sylvatica, Adenogramma teretifolia, Coelanthum grandiflorum, Coelanthum semiquinquefidum, Coelanthum verticillatum, Glinus bainesii, Glinus herniarioides, Glinus lotoides, Glinus microphyllus, Glinus oppositifolius, Glinus orygioides, Glinus radiatus, Glinus runkewitzii, Glinus sessiliflorus, Glinus setiflorus, Glischrothamnus ulei, Hypertelis angrae-pequenae, Hypertelis arenicola, Hypertelis bowkeriana, Hypertelis caespitosa, Hypertelis salsoloides, Hypertelis spergulacea, Hypertelis trachysperma, Mollugo verticillata, Mollugo pinosia, Mollugo nudicaulis, Mollugo cerviana, Mollugo fragilis, Mollugo angustifolia, Mollugo namaquensis, Mollugo pusilla, Mollugo tenella, Mollugo walteri, Mollugo decandra, Mollugo caespitosa, Mollugo pentaphylla, Mollugo stricta, Mollugo snodgrassii, Mollugo crockeri, Mollugo flavescens, Mollugo floriana,

References