Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
ovalifolia
ID:
1322601

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Rye

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 22: 393 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335055

Common Names

  • Anticoryne ovalifolia
  • Oval-Leaf Anticoryne
  • Oval-Leaf Plant

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Description

Anticoryne ovalifolia (also called Oval-leaved Anticoryne, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with yellow flowers, native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands and scrub forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anticoryne ovalifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anticoryne ovalifolia is a white to pale pink, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anticoryne ovalifolia is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept slightly drier in the winter. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Where to Find Anticoryne ovalifolia

Anticoryne ovalifolia is native to India.

Anticoryne ovalifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anticoryne ovalifolia?

Anticoryne ovalifolia

What are the common names of Anticoryne ovalifolia?

Oval-leaved Anticoryne

What is the natural habitat of Anticoryne ovalifolia?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.