Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
angolensis
ID:
380583

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bamps

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Garcia de Orta, Sér. Bot. 2: 71 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379915



Common Names

  • Nelsia angolensis
  • Angolensis sedge
  • Angolensis nut-grass


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Description

Nelsia angolensis (also called Angolan Clubrush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows in tufts and is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It typically grows in wetland habitats and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Nelsia angolensis is a medicinal plant used to treat digestive and urinary disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nelsia angolensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nelsia angolensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It is propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Nelsia angolensis

Nelsia angolensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Nelsia angolensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nelsia angolensis?

Nelsia angolensis

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Angolensis

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Cyperaceae

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

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