Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candolleana
ID:
537218

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.St.-Hil.) Albuq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Acta Amazonica 11(4): 850 (1981):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000536550



Common Names

  • Angostura candolleana
  • Candolleana Angostura
  • Candolle's Angostura


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Synonyms

  • Cusparia candolleana (A.St.-Hil.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Galipea candolleana A.St.-Hil. [unknown]

Description

Angostura candolleana (also called Candolle's Angostura, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and coastal scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Angostura candolleana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in perfumes and fragrances. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Angostura candolleana are small and white. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angostura candolleana is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from semi-hardwood in spring or summer and root in a well-drained soil mix. Keep moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Angostura candolleana

Angostura candolleana can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas in Central and South America.

Angostura candolleana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Angostura candolleana?

Angostura candolleana

What is the common name of Angostura candolleana?

Candolle's Angostura

What is the optimal growing temperature for Angostura candolleana?

65-75°F

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2639417: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Saint-Hilaire (1779-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.
Byron Wilson Pereira de Albuquerque (1932-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Albuq.' in the authors string.