Status:
valid
Authors:
de Vogel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Blumea 30: 202 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249352
Common Names
- Nabaluia Angustifolia
- Angustifolia Nabaluia
- Angustifolia
Description
Nabaluia angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Nabaluia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist, shady forests and is characterized by its small, oval leaves and its small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Nabaluia angustifolia is an ornamental plant, grown for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nabaluia angustifolia has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have two, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nabaluia angustifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Nabaluia angustifolia
Nabaluia angustifolia is native to India and is found in the wild in the Western Ghats region.
Nabaluia angustifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Nabaluia angustifolia?
Mountain apple
What is the natural habitat of Nabaluia angustifolia?
Tropical rainforest of Africa
What is the leaf shape of Nabaluia angustifolia?
Ovate-lanceolate
Species in the Nabaluia genus
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,