Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
ascendens
ID:
1273931

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Mey.) Hilliard

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 52: 270 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273269



Common Names

  • Pseudoselago ascendens
  • Ascendens Pseudoselago
  • Ascenden Pseudoselago


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Description

Pseudoselago ascendens (also called Ascending Pseudoselago, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Caprifoliaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudoselago ascendens is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudoselago ascendens has small white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudoselago ascendens is a perennial shrub that grows in tropical climates. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Pseudoselago ascendens

Pseudoselago ascendens can be found in the tropical forests of Africa.

Pseudoselago ascendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudoselago ascendens?

Pseudoselago ascendens

What type of plant is Pseudoselago ascendens?

Shrub

Where is Pseudoselago ascendens found?

South America

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:985638-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].