Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Wolff
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 48: 274 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390964
Common Names
- Physotrichia
- Long-Radiate Milkweed
- Long-Radiate Honeyvine
Synonyms
- Aframmi longiradiatum (H.Wolff) J.F.Cannon [unknown]
Description
Physotrichia longiradiatum (also called Long-rayed Physotrichia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that grows up to 1 m tall. The leaves are simple, with entire margins. The flowers are yellow and are borne in umbels. It grows in moist grassland, scrubland, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Physotrichia longiradiatum is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties, such as anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Physotrichia longiradiatum is a yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Physotrichia longiradiatum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during the summer months. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring and fall with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Physotrichia longiradiatum
Physotrichia longiradiatum can be found in Central and Eastern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Physotrichia longiradiatum FAQ
What is the common name of Physotrichia longiradiatum?
Long-rayed Physotrichia
What is the scientific name of Long-rayed Physotrichia?
Physotrichia longiradiatum
What is the habitat of Physotrichia longiradiatum?
It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Physotrichia genus
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,