Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
1411255

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Mosyakin

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Ukrayins'k. Bot. Zhurn. 75(3): 232. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423720



Common Names

  • Knowltonia tenuifolia
  • Tenuifolia Knowltonia
  • Tenuifolia Water Willow


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Description

Knowltonia tenuifolia (also called Slender-leaf Knowltonia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of around 1 meter and has a spreading habit. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape and are a glossy green in colour. The flowers are white and appear in clusters in the spring. The fruit is a yellow drupe which ripens in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Knowltonia tenuifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knowltonia tenuifolia has small, yellow flowers with a white center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knowltonia tenuifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer or autumn.

Where to Find Knowltonia tenuifolia

Knowltonia tenuifolia is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Knowltonia tenuifolia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Knowltonia tenuifolia?

Knowltonia tenuifolia is native to the cloud forests of South Africa.

What is the size of Knowltonia tenuifolia?

Knowltonia tenuifolia is a small plant, growing up to 10 cm in height.

What is the blooming season of Knowltonia tenuifolia?

Knowltonia tenuifolia blooms in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

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References

Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.
Sergei Leonidovich Mosyakin (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mosyakin' in the authors string.