Sclerochiton preussii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
preussii
ID:
1245377
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindau) C.B.Clarke
Source:
tro
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 110 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001244715
Common Names
- Sclerochiton preussii
- Preuss's Sclerochiton
- Preuss's False Eyelash
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sclerochiton preussii (also called Preuss's Sclerochiton, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It grows in moist, shady places and has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The leaves are lance-shaped and have a serrated margin.
Uses & Benefits
Sclerochiton preussii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a groundcover in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sclerochiton preussii has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sclerochiton preussii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate drought and is rarely affected by pests or diseases.
Where to Find Sclerochiton preussii
Sclerochiton preussii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Sclerochiton preussii FAQ
What are the common names of Sclerochiton preussii?
African Daisy, African Daisy Bush
What is the growth habit of Sclerochiton preussii?
It is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.
What is the best soil type for Sclerochiton preussii?
It prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.
Species in the Sclerochiton genus
Sclerochiton nitidus, Sclerochiton vogelii, Sclerochiton bequaertii, Sclerochiton apiculatus, Sclerochiton hirsutus, Sclerochiton caeruleus, Sclerochiton harveyanus, Sclerochiton ilicifolius, Sclerochiton odoratissimus, Sclerochiton triacanthus, Sclerochiton obtusisepalus, Sclerochiton boivinii, Sclerochiton preussii, Sclerochiton glandulosissimus, Sclerochiton tanzaniensis, Sclerochiton uluguruensis, Sclerochiton kirkii, Sclerochiton insignis,
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
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.