Status:
valid
Authors:
Vollesen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 659 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659564
Common Names
- Tanzaniense Ecbolium
- Tanzaniense's Ecbolium
- Tanzaniense Ecbolium
Description
Ecbolium tanzaniense (also called Tanzanian Ecbolium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Tanzania. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Ecbolium tanzaniense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ecbolium tanzaniense is small, white and star-shaped. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ecbolium tanzaniense is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several smaller clumps and transplanted into the desired location.
Where to Find Ecbolium tanzaniense
Ecbolium tanzaniense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Ecbolium tanzaniense FAQ
What type of soil does Ecbolium tanzaniense prefer?
Ecbolium tanzaniense prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
What is the ideal temperature for Ecbolium tanzaniense?
Ecbolium tanzaniense prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C).
How much light does Ecbolium tanzaniense need?
Ecbolium tanzaniense needs full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Ecbolium genus
Ecbolium albiflorum,
Ecbolium amplexicaule,
Ecbolium barlerioides,
Ecbolium benoistii,
Ecbolium boranense,
Ecbolium clarkei,
Ecbolium fimbriatum,
Ecbolium flanaganii,
Ecbolium glabratum,
Ecbolium gymnostachyum,
Ecbolium hastatum,
Ecbolium humbertii,
Ecbolium ligustrinum,
Ecbolium madagascariense,
Ecbolium oblongifolium,
Ecbolium palmatum,
Ecbolium strictum,
Ecbolium subcordatum,
Ecbolium syringifolium,
Ecbolium tanzaniense,
Ecbolium viride,
Ecbolium spicatum,
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,