Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
marginata
ID:
333575

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Atthrev.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 3: 42 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000332907



Common Names

  • Vitellariopsis marginata
  • Marginata Vitellariopsis
  • Marginata Vitellariopsis


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Synonyms

  • Inhambanella natalensis Dubard [unknown]
  • Mimusops marginata N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Mimusops natalensis Schinz [unknown]
  • Mimusops schinzii Engl. [unknown]
  • Mimusops sylvestris S.Moore [unknown]
  • Austromimusops marginata (N.E.Br.) A.Meeuse [unknown]
  • Austromimusops sylvestris (S.Moore) A.Meeuse [unknown]
  • Baillonella marginata (N.E.Br.) Baehni [unknown]
  • Baillonella sylvestris (S.Moore) Baehni [unknown]
  • Vitellariopsis sylvestris (S.Moore) Aubrév. [unknown]

Description

Vitellariopsis marginata (also called Margined Vitellariopsis, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Western Australia. It has small, feathery leaves and pink and white flowers. It grows in sandy soils in heathland, shrubland, and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vitellariopsis marginata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vitellariopsis marginata has white flowers with four petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vitellariopsis marginata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vitellariopsis marginata

Vitellariopsis marginata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

Vitellariopsis marginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vitellariopsis marginata?

Vitellariopsis marginata

What is the common name of Vitellariopsis marginata?

Marginata Vitellariopsis

What is the natural habitat of Vitellariopsis marginata?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

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