Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
schliebenii
ID:
746859

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mildbr.) Champl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Syst. & Geogr. Pl. 79: 147 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746192



Common Names

  • Schlieben's Brachystephanus
  • Schlieben's False Sarsaparilla
  • Schlieben's Wild Licorice


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Description

Brachystephanus schliebenii (also called Schlieben's Brachystephanus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody rootstock, native to Central Asia and the Caucasus. It typically grows in dry and rocky habitats, such as steppes, meadows, and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystephanus schliebenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachystephanus schliebenii is yellow and tubular, with a curved style. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystephanus schliebenii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Prune to shape in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Brachystephanus schliebenii

Brachystephanus schliebenii can be found in the tropical regions of East and Central Africa.

Brachystephanus schliebenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachystephanus schliebenii?

Brachystephanus schliebenii

What are the common names of Brachystephanus schliebenii?

Schlieben's Brachystephanus

What is the natural habitat of Brachystephanus schliebenii?

Grasslands of Africa

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

Gottfried Wilhelm Johannes Mildbraed (1879-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mildbr.' in the authors string.
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.