Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
linderi
ID:
508981

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Norman) P.J.D.Winter

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Taxon 57: 359 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508313



Common Names

  • Afroligusticum linderi
  • Linder's Afroligusticum
  • Linder's Afroligusticum Tree


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Synonyms

  • Peucedanum aberdaricum Chiov. [unknown]
  • Peucedanum linderi C.Norman [unknown]

Description

Afroligusticum linderi (also called Linder's Afroligusticum, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to East Africa. It has small, white flowers and spiny, grey-green leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Afroligusticum linderi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used for its medicinal properties as it is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Afroligusticum linderi is a small, white, and tubular shape. The seed is a small, black, and round shape. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afroligusticum linderi is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grown on in a sunny position. Cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer and should be rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Afroligusticum linderi

Afroligusticum linderi is native to South Africa and can be found in the forests of the Eastern Cape.

Afroligusticum linderi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afroligusticum linderi?

Afroligusticum linderi

What is the common name of Afroligusticum linderi?

Linderi ligustrum

What is the natural habitat of Afroligusticum linderi?

Tropical forests of East Africa

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606134: Based on the initial data import
Cecil Norman (1872-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Norman' in the authors string.
Pieter J.D. Winter (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.D.Winter' in the authors string.