Agonandra goldbergiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
goldbergiana
ID:
525124
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hiepko
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 27: 225 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524456
Common Names
- Agonandra Goldbergiana
- Goldbergiana Agonandra
- Agonandra Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agonandra goldbergiana (also called Goldberg's Agonandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Agonandra goldbergiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves can be used to make tea and its flowers can be used as a garnish for salads. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agonandra goldbergiana is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and yellow leaves.
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Agonandra goldbergiana is a tropical tree that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and can reach heights of up to 20 feet. It is a fast-growing tree and can be pruned to maintain its shape.
Where to Find Agonandra goldbergiana
Agonandra goldbergiana can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America.
Agonandra goldbergiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agonandra goldbergiana?
Agonandra goldbergiana
What is the common name of Agonandra goldbergiana?
Goldberg's Agonandra
What is the natural habitat of Agonandra goldbergiana?
Tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Agonandra genus
Species in the Opiliaceae family
Agonandra brasiliensis, Agonandra excelsa, Agonandra fluminensis, Agonandra goldbergiana, Agonandra macrocarpa, Agonandra obtusifolia, Agonandra ovatifolia, Agonandra peruviana, Agonandra racemosa, Agonandra silvatica, Cansjera leptostachya, Cansjera parvifolia, Cansjera rheedei, Champereia manillana, Gjellerupia papuana, Lepionurus sylvestris, Melientha suavis, Opilia campestris, Opilia amentacea, Pentarhopalopilia umbellulata, Pentarhopalopilia marquesii, Pentarhopalopilia madagascariensis, Pentarhopalopilia perrieri, Rhopalopilia pallens, Rhopalopilia altescandens, Rhopalopilia hallei, Urobotrya siamensis, Urobotrya parviflora, Urobotrya longipes, Urobotrya latisquama, Urobotrya floresensis, Urobotrya congolana, Urobotrya sparsiflora,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2626664: Based on the initial data import
Paul Hubertus Hiepko (1932-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiepko' in the authors string.