Aegiphila obovata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Andrews
Source:
wcs
Year:
1809
Citation Micro:
Bot. Repos. 9: 578 (1809)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817471
Common Names
- Oval-Leaved Aegiphila
- Obovata Aegiphila
- Oval-Leafed Aegiphila
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aegiphila obovata (also called 'Oval-Leaved Aegiphila', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, leathery, obovate leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aegiphila obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used to make perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aegiphila obovata is a white, fragrant flower with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aegiphila obovata is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 70°F. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Aegiphila obovata
Aegiphila obovata is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Aegiphila obovata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aegiphila obovata?
Aegiphila obovata
What is the common name of Aegiphila obovata?
Oval-leafed Aegiphila
Where is Aegiphila obovata found?
It is found in tropical Central and South America
Species in the Aegiphila genus
Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa, Aegiphila buchtienii, Aegiphila capitata, Aegiphila casseliiformis, Aegiphila catatumbensis, Aegiphila caucensis, Aegiphila caymanensis, Aegiphila cephalophora, Aegiphila chrysantha, Aegiphila conturbata, Aegiphila cordata, Aegiphila cordifolia, Aegiphila coriacea, Aegiphila costaricensis, Aegiphila cuatrecasasii, Aegiphila cuneata, Aegiphila dentata, Aegiphila deppeana, Aegiphila duckei, Aegiphila elata, Aegiphila elegans, Aegiphila elongata, Aegiphila exiguiflora, Aegiphila falcata, Aegiphila farinosa, Aegiphila fasciculata, Aegiphila fendleri, Aegiphila ferruginea, Aegiphila filipes, Aegiphila floribunda, Aegiphila fluminensis, Aegiphila foetida, Aegiphila froesii, Aegiphila glabrata, Aegiphila glomerata, Aegiphila gloriosa, Aegiphila goeldiana, Aegiphila goudotiana, Aegiphila grandis, Aegiphila graveolens,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-3553: Based on the initial data import
Henry Cranke Andrews (1770-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andrews' in the authors string.