Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cinerascens
ID:
802011

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Hiern) Lantz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 253: 179 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801345

Common Names

  • Vangueria Cinerascens
  • Ashes-coloured Vangueria
  • Vangueria

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Description

Vangueria cinerascens (also called Vangueria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of Africa. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical forests and other humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vangueria cinerascens is used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vangueria cinerascens var. cinerascens
Vangueria cinerascens var. inaequalis (Robyns) Lantz
Vangueria cinerascens var. laeta (Robyns) Lantz
Vangueria cinerascens var. laevior (K.Schum.) Lantz
Vangueria cinerascens var. richardsiae (Robyns) Lantz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vangueria cinerascens is white, with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vangueria cinerascens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained medium. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist.

Where to Find Vangueria cinerascens

Vangueria cinerascens can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Africa.

Vangueria cinerascens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vangueria cinerascens?

Vangueria cinerascens

What is the common name of Vangueria cinerascens?

Vangueria cinerascens

What is the family of Vangueria cinerascens?

Rubiaceae

Species in the Vangueria genus

Vangueria apiculata, Vangueria bicolor, Vangueria chariensis, Vangueria cinnamomea, Vangueria cyanescens, Vangueria dryadum, Vangueria esculenta, Vangueria glabrata, Vangueria infausta, Vangueria kerstingii, Vangueria lasiantha, Vangueria latifolia, Vangueria loranthifolia, Vangueria macrocalyx, Vangueria madagascariensis, Vangueria obtusifolia, Vangueria parvifolia, Vangueria praecox, Vangueria proschii, Vangueria pygmaea, Vangueria randii, Vangueria senegalensis, Vangueria soutpansbergensis, Vangueria venosa, Vangueria volkensii, Vangueria agrestis, Vangueria albosetulosa, Vangueria bowkeri, Vangueria burnettii, Vangueria burttii, Vangueria cinerascens, Vangueria cistifolia, Vangueria coerulea, Vangueria discolor, Vangueria fulva, Vangueria fuscosetulosa, Vangueria gillettii, Vangueria gossweileri, Vangueria induta, Vangueria micropyren, Vangueria mollis, Vangueria monteiroi, Vangueria pachyantha, Vangueria pallidiflora, Vangueria psammophila, Vangueria quarrei, Vangueria rhodesiaca, Vangueria rufescens, Vangueria schliebenii, Vangueria schumanniana,

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-339738: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Henrik Lantz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lantz' in the authors string.