Bergeranthus multiceps - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multiceps
ID:
564959
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Salm-Dyck) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
in Z. Sukkulentenk. 2: 180. 1926.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564291
Common Names
- Bergeranthus multiceps
- Many-Headed Bergeranthus
- Many-Headed Starfish Plant
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- Mesembryanthemum multiceps Salm-Dyck [unknown]
- Bergeranthus firmus L.Bolus [unknown]
- Mesembryanthemum bibracteatum Eckl. & Zeyh. [illegitimate]
Description
Bergeranthus multiceps (also called 'Multi-Headed 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 smooth surface. It produces yellow flowers in summer.
Uses & Benefits
Bergeranthus multiceps 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 multiceps 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 multiceps 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 multiceps
Bergeranthus multiceps can be found in tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Japan
Bergeranthus multiceps FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bergeranthus multiceps?
Bergeranthus multiceps
What is the natural habitat of Bergeranthus multiceps?
It is native to South Africa.
What are the uses of Bergeranthus multiceps?
It is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic.
Species in the Bergeranthus genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Joseph zu Salm-Reifferscheidt-Dyck (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salm-Dyck' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000564291: Based on the initial data import