Physotrichia welwitschii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
391628
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hiern
Source:
cmp
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 11: 161 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390960
Common Names
- Physotrichia
- Welwitsch Milkweed
- Welwitsch Honeyvine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Physotrichia welwitschii (also called Welwitsch's 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
Physospermum welwitschii 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 welwitschii is a yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Physotrichia welwitschii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer. Prune the herb in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Physotrichia welwitschii
Physotrichia welwitschii can be found in Central and Eastern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Physotrichia welwitschii FAQ
What is the common name of Physotrichia welwitschii?
Welwitsch's Physotrichia
What is the scientific name of Welwitsch's Physotrichia?
Physotrichia welwitschii
What is the habitat of Physotrichia welwitschii?
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2402480: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.