Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
usambarense
ID:
538916

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 10: 80 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538248



Common Names

  • Anonidium usambarense
  • Usambarense Anonidium
  • Usambarense Anonidium Bush


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Description

Anonidium usambarense (also called Usambara Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Africa. It grows in moist habitats, such as in grasslands and along the edges of rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Anonidium usambarense is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anonidium usambarense are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anonidium usambarense is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Anonidium usambarense

Anonidium usambarense is found in the tropical forests of East Africa.

Anonidium usambarense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anonidium usambarense?

Anonidium usambarense

What is the common name of Anonidium usambarense?

African Wild Cabbage

Where is Anonidium usambarense native to?

Africa

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:72348-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.