oppua

Oppua is a genus of plants in the family Apocynaceae. The genus contains a single species, Oppua parviflora. Oppua parviflora is native to the island of Madagascar. It is a small, herbaceous plant that typically grows to about 10-20 centimeters in height. The leaves are opposite, simple, and ovate, with a smooth margin. The flowers are small and white, with five petals. They are borne in cymes at the end of the stems. The fruit is a follicle containing numerous small seeds.

Oppua parviflora is found in dry, open habitats, often on rocky slopes or in sandy soil. It is a relatively rare plant, and its conservation status is considered to be vulnerable. The plant is not widely cultivated, but it is sometimes grown as an ornamental plant in botanical gardens. There is limited information available on the ethnobotanical uses of Oppua parviflora.