Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
myrmecophilus
ID:
571347

Status:
valid

Authors:
Champl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Belg. J. Bot. 127: 45 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570679



Common Names

  • Brachystephanus myrmecophilus
  • Myrmecophilus Brachystephanus
  • Giant-flowered Brachystephanus


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Description

Brachystephanus myrmecophilus (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in sandy soils in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystephanus myrmecophilus is used as a timber tree for furniture, construction, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Brachystephanus myrmecophilus var. amphipuberulus Champl.
Brachystephanus myrmecophilus var. myrmecophilus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachystephanus myrmecophilus is a small, white flower with a long, slender corolla tube. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystephanus myrmecophilus is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, bright location and should root within a few weeks. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger containers.

Where to Find Brachystephanus myrmecophilus

Brachystephanus myrmecophilus can be found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Brachystephanus myrmecophilus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachystephanus myrmecophilus?

Brachystephanus myrmecophilus

What is the natural habitat of Brachystephanus myrmecophilus?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What is the average height of Brachystephanus myrmecophilus?

Up to 1.5 meters

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

Dominique Champluvier (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Champl.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.