Aporosa annulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
annulata
ID:
248914
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schot
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Blumea 40: 454 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248246
Common Names
- Aporosa annulata
- Ringwood Vine
- Ringwood's Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aporosa annulata (also called 'Ring-stemmed Aporosa', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China, and is found in a variety of habitats, from lowland rainforest to montane forest.
Uses & Benefits
Aporosa annulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aporosa annulata has small, yellowish-green flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black, with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aporosa annulata is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Aporosa annulata
Aporosa annulata is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Aporosa annulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aporosa annulata?
Aporosa annulata
What is the natural habitat of Aporosa annulata?
Aporosa annulata is native to the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
What is the average size of Aporosa annulata?
Aporosa annulata typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.
Species in the Aporosa genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-13196: Based on the initial data import
Anne M. Schot (b.1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schot' in the authors string.