Brachystephanus occidentalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
571350
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindau
Source:
cmp
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 21: 53 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570682
Common Names
- Brachystephanus occidentalis
- Western Brachystephanus
- Giant-flowered Brachystephanus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brachystephanus occidentalis (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 occidentalis is used as a timber tree for furniture, construction, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Brachystephanus occidentalis are white and small, the seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and tall.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachystephanus occidentalis 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 occidentalis
Brachystephanus occidentalis can be found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.
Brachystephanus occidentalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachystephanus occidentalis?
Brachystephanus occidentalis
What is the natural habitat of Brachystephanus occidentalis?
Tropical rainforests
What is the average size of Brachystephanus occidentalis?
Up to 15 cm in height
Species in the Brachystephanus genus
Brachystephanus africanus, Brachystephanus coeruleus, Brachystephanus densiflorus, Brachystephanus glaberrimus, Brachystephanus holstii, Brachystephanus jaundensis, Brachystephanus longiflorus, Brachystephanus lyallii, Brachystephanus mannii, Brachystephanus myrmecophilus, Brachystephanus occidentalis, Brachystephanus oreacanthus, Brachystephanus roseus, Brachystephanus giganteus, Brachystephanus kupeensis, Brachystephanus calostachyus, Brachystephanus congensis, Brachystephanus sudanicus, Brachystephanus schliebenii, Brachystephanus laxispicatus, Brachystephanus montifuga,
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
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.