Description
Petalidium spiniferum (also called 'Spiny Lace-flower' and 'Spiny Lace Bush', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in woodlands, savannas, and along riverbanks. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and produces white, bell-shaped flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Petalidium spiniferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Petalidium spiniferum is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green.
Where to Find Petalidium spiniferum
Petalidium spiniferum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.