Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
ovandensis
ID:
629222

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lundell) Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 7(2): 44 (1982):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628554

Common Names

  • Ctenardisia ovandensis
  • Ovandensis Ctenardisia
  • Ctenardisia Ovandensis

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia ovandensis Lundell [unknown]
  • Yunckeria ovandensis (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Ctenardisia ovandensis (also called Ovando Ctenardisia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to South America, and is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and forest edges.

Uses & Benefits

Ctenardisia ovandensis is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ctenardisia ovandensis is white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ctenardisia ovandensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have established roots.

Where to Find Ctenardisia ovandensis

Ctenardisia ovandensis is native to Madagascar. It is found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.

Ctenardisia ovandensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ctenardisia ovandensis?

Ctenardisia ovandensis

What type of plant is Ctenardisia ovandensis?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Ctenardisia ovandensis native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

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