Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macilenta
ID:
1409319

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) Pimenov

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Turczaninowia 20(2): 166. 2017

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421784



Common Names

  • Kitagawia macilenta
  • Macilent Kitagawia
  • Macilent


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Description

Kitagawia macilenta (also called 'Mountain Rock Rose', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, leathery leaves. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, well-drained soils in mountain and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kitagawia macilenta is used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kitagawia macilenta is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kitagawia macilenta is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Kitagawia macilenta

Kitagawia macilenta can be found in the temperate forests of Japan and Korea.

Kitagawia macilenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kitagawia macilenta?

Kitagawia macilenta

What is the natural habitat of Kitagawia macilenta?

It is found in moist forests and grasslands in Japan.

What are the common uses of Kitagawia macilenta?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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

Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.