Anisotes involucratus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
involucratus
ID:
538150
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fiori
Source:
cmp
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Ital. 1915: 59 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537482
Common Names
- Anisotes involucratus
- Involucrate Anisotes
- Involucratus Anisotes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anisotes involucratus (also called Involucrate Anisotes, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with leathery, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, and can be found in forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Anisotes involucratus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for making dyes and perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anisotes involucratus is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with a single, slender stem and a few small, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anisotes involucratus can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division of the rhizomes should be done in early spring or late summer. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one or two buds per section and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Anisotes involucratus
Anisotes involucratus is native to South America and can be found in wetland habitats.
Anisotes involucratus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anisotes involucratus?
Anisotes involucratus
What is the common name of Anisotes involucratus?
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What is the natural habitat of Anisotes involucratus?
Anisotes involucratus is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Species in the Anisotes genus
Anisotes divaricatus, Anisotes bracteatus, Anisotes diversifolius, Anisotes dumosus, Anisotes guineensis, Anisotes involucratus, Anisotes macrophyllus, Anisotes madagascariensis, Anisotes nyassae, Anisotes parvifolius, Anisotes pubinervius, Anisotes rogersii, Anisotes sessiliflorus, Anisotes tangensis, Anisotes trisulcus, Anisotes ukambensis, Anisotes umbrosus, Anisotes zenkeri, Anisotes spectabilis, Anisotes galanae, Anisotes hygroscopicus, Anisotes perplexus, Anisotes subcoriaceus, Anisotes venosus, Anisotes tablensis, Anisotes comorensis, Anisotes mayottensis, Anisotes longistrobus, Anisotes pulchellus, Anisotes tanensis,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Adriano Fiori (1865-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fiori' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.