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Strophanthus boivinii

Strophanthus boivinii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Gentianales ›Family: Apocynaceae ›Genus: Strophanthus

About

Strophanthus boivinii (commonly known as wood shaving flower) grows as a deciduous shrub or small tree sometimes up to 30 metres (100 ft) tall, with a bole diameter up to 40 centimetres (16 in). Its flowers feature a yellow-orange turning reddish brown corolla tube. Vernacular names for the plant include wood shaving flower. Its habitat is deciduous forests and thickets, from sea-level to 800 metres (2,600 ft) altitude. Strophanthus boivinii is used in local medicinal treatments for gonorrhoea, colic,...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Strophanthus boivinii?
The scientific name of Strophanthus boivinii is Strophanthus boivinii.
What is the conservation status of Strophanthus boivinii?
The Strophanthus boivinii has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Strophanthus boivinii belong to?
Strophanthus boivinii belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Strophanthus boivinii belong to?
Strophanthus boivinii belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Strophanthus boivinii belong to?
Strophanthus boivinii belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Strophanthus boivinii belong to?
Strophanthus boivinii belongs to the order Gentianales.
What family does Strophanthus boivinii belong to?
Strophanthus boivinii belongs to the family Apocynaceae.
What genus does Strophanthus boivinii belong to?
Strophanthus boivinii belongs to the genus Strophanthus.