Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
volubilis
ID:
262268

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Verdc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 7: 361 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261600

Common Names

  • Otomeria volubilis
  • Twining Otomeria
  • Volubilis Otomeria

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Synonyms

  • Otomeria batesii Wernham [valid]
  • Pentas dewevrei De Wild. & T.Durand [valid]
  • Pentas volubilis K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Otomeria volubilis (also called 'Climbing bush lily', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in grassland, savanna, and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Otomeria volubilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Otomeria volubilis is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Otomeria volubilis can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Otomeria volubilis

Otomeria volubilis is native to Africa and can be found in Cameroon, Congo, and Gabon.

Otomeria volubilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Otomeria volubilis?

Otomeria volubilis

What is the common name of Otomeria volubilis?

Volubilis otomeria

Where is Otomeria volubilis found?

It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-144768: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.