Bergeranthus concavus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
concavus
ID:
564946
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 120. 1938.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564278
Common Names
- Bergeranthus concavus
- Concave Bergeranthus
- Concave Starfish Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bergeranthus concavus (also called 'Concave Bergeranthus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in grassland and forest margins, and has ovate leaves with a concave surface. It produces yellow flowers in summer.
Uses & Benefits
Bergeranthus concavus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright purple flowers. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bergeranthus concavus has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have thin, lance-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bergeranthus concavus is a low-maintenance perennial that grows in a clump of thick, leathery, evergreen leaves. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Bergeranthus concavus
Bergeranthus concavus can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
Bergeranthus concavus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bergeranthus concavus?
Bergeranthus concavus
What is the natural habitat of Bergeranthus concavus?
It is native to South Africa.
What are the uses of Bergeranthus concavus?
It is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic.
Species in the Bergeranthus genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000564278: Based on the initial data import