Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
ovalifolia
ID:
668671

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meisn.) E.Phillips

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 10: 65. 1944

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668003



Common Names

  • Englerodaphne ovalifolia
  • Ovalifolia Englerodaphne
  • Englerodaphne-Ovalifolia


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Description

Englerodaphne ovalifolia (also called Oval-leaved englerodaphne, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has leathery leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Englerodaphne ovalifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Englerodaphne ovalifolia has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Englerodaphne ovalifolia is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Englerodaphne ovalifolia

Englerodaphne ovalifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Englerodaphne ovalifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Englerodaphne ovalifolia?

Englerodaphne ovalifolia

What is the family of Englerodaphne ovalifolia?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Englerodaphne ovalifolia?

Oval-leaved Acanthus

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2789241: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.