Adenoncos quadrangularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quadrangularis
ID:
338111
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sulist.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Floribunda 2: 104 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337443
Common Names
- Adenoncos quadrangularis
- Quadrangular Adenoncos
- Quadrangularis Adenoncos
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adenoncos quadrangularis (also called Quadrangular Adenoncos, among many other common names) is a species of plant found in South Africa. It is a shrub that grows in dry grasslands and scrublands at elevations of up to 1,500 m. It has long, thin, green leaves and produces small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Adenoncos quadrangularis is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adenoncos quadrangularis is a white to pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a thin stem and small, heart-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adenoncos quadrangularis is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and lightly covered with soil. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Adenoncos quadrangularis
Adenoncos quadrangularis can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Adenoncos quadrangularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenoncos quadrangularis?
Adenoncos quadrangularis
What is the common name of Adenoncos quadrangularis?
Quadrangularis Adenoncos
What is the natural habitat of Adenoncos quadrangularis?
Adenoncos quadrangularis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central America
Species in the Adenoncos genus
Adenoncos quadrangularis, Adenoncos triangularis, Adenoncos buruensis, Adenoncos celebica, Adenoncos elongata, Adenoncos macranthus, Adenoncos major, Adenoncos nasonioides, Adenoncos papuana, Adenoncos parviflora, Adenoncos saccata, Adenoncos suborbicularis, Adenoncos sumatrana, Adenoncos triloba, Adenoncos uniflora, Adenoncos vesiculosa, Adenoncos virens,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-217783: Based on the initial data import
Diah Sulistiarini (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sulist.' in the authors string.