Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
africanum
ID:
585065

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gaertn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Fruct. Sem. Pl. 2: 32 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000584397



Common Names

  • Capnophyllum africanum
  • African Capnophyllum
  • Capnophyllum africanum


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Synonyms

  • Rumia capensis Link [unknown]
  • Abioton africanum (L.) Raf. [unknown]
  • Actinocladus cinerascens E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Capnophyllum simplex Lag. [unknown]
  • Caucalis africana Crantz [unknown]
  • Cicuta africana Lam. [unknown]
  • Conium africanum L. [unknown]

Description

Capnophyllum africanum (also called African Gas Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Africa. It is an herbaceous plant, meaning it grows close to the ground, and has long, thin, green leaves. It produces small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Capnophyllum africanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a decorative item in terrariums. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Capnophyllum africanum has a white flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capnophyllum africanum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Capnophyllum africanum

Capnophyllum africanum can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Capnophyllum africanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Capnophyllum africanum?

Capnophyllum africanum

What is the natural habitat of Capnophyllum africanum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

What are the care requirements of Capnophyllum africanum?

Capnophyllum africanum requires bright, indirect light and regular misting with distilled water.

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