Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
angolensis
ID:
830321

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ryding

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal. 26: 132 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000829656

Common Names

  • Angolan Aeollanthus
  • Angolan Bushbells
  • Angolan Bushbells Plant

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Description

Aeollanthus angolensis (also called Angolan Bells, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and has long, slender stems with small, bell-shaped flowers that are usually white or yellow in color.

Uses & Benefits

Aeollanthus angolensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeollanthus angolensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, delicate stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeollanthus angolensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist and warm. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect light.

Where to Find Aeollanthus angolensis

Aeollanthus angolensis can be found in Central America, from Mexico to Panama.

Aeollanthus angolensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeollanthus angolensis?

Aeollanthus angolensis

What is the family of Aeollanthus angolensis?

Rubiaceae

Where is Aeollanthus angolensis found?

Central and South America

Species in the Aeollanthus genus

Aeollanthus haumannii, Aeollanthus rydingianus, Aeollanthus abyssinicus, Aeollanthus alternatus, Aeollanthus ambustus, Aeollanthus angolensis, Aeollanthus angustifolius, Aeollanthus breviflorus, Aeollanthus buchnerianus, Aeollanthus candelabrum, Aeollanthus caudatus, Aeollanthus cucullatus, Aeollanthus densiflorus, Aeollanthus elsholtzioides, Aeollanthus engleri, Aeollanthus fruticosus, Aeollanthus holstii, Aeollanthus homblei, Aeollanthus lisowskii, Aeollanthus lobatus, Aeollanthus myrianthus, Aeollanthus namibiensis, Aeollanthus neglectus, Aeollanthus paradoxus, Aeollanthus parvifolius, Aeollanthus petiolatus, Aeollanthus pinnatifidus, Aeollanthus plicatus, Aeollanthus pubescens, Aeollanthus rehmannii, Aeollanthus repens, Aeollanthus rivularis, Aeollanthus saxatilis, Aeollanthus sedoides, Aeollanthus serpiculoides, Aeollanthus stuhlmannii, Aeollanthus suaveolens, Aeollanthus subacaulis, Aeollanthus subintegrus, Aeollanthus trifidus, Aeollanthus tuberosus, Aeollanthus ukamensis, Aeollanthus viscosus, Aeollanthus zanzibaricus,

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-3670: Based on the initial data import
Per Olof Ryding (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ryding' in the authors string.