Status:
valid
Authors:
I.Allison & B.-E.van Wyk
Source:
cmp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 17: 576 (1997 publ. 1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000536526
Common Names
- Anginon intermedium
- Intermediate Anginon
- Intermediate Water-starwort
Description
Anginon intermedium (also called Intermediate Anginon, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and multiple stems that bear multiple flowers. It typically grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and woodland edges.
Uses & Benefits
Anginon intermedium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, cold, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Anginon intermedium are small and white. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anginon intermedium is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from semi-hardwood in spring or summer and root in a well-drained soil mix. Keep moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Anginon intermedium
Anginon intermedium is native to South Africa and can be found in wetland areas.
Anginon intermedium FAQ
What are the best growing conditions for Anginon intermedium?
Anginon intermedium prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.
What is the average height of Anginon intermedium?
Anginon intermedium typically grows to a height of 12-18 inches.
What is the average lifespan of Anginon intermedium?
Anginon intermedium typically has a lifespan of 2-3 years.
Species in the Anginon genus
Anginon difforme,
Anginon fruticosum,
Anginon intermedium,
Anginon jaarsveldii,
Anginon paniculatum,
Anginon pumilum,
Anginon rugosum,
Anginon streyi,
Anginon swellendamense,
Anginon tenuius,
Anginon ternatum,
Anginon verticillatum,
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
Izelle Allison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Allison' in the authors string.