Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
cactiformis
ID:
1260677

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Bruyns

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 115(2): 257. 1993 [15 Oct 1993]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260015



Common Names

  • Lavrania cactiformis
  • Cactus-Like Lavrania
  • Cactus-Like Waxflower


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Description

Lavrania cactiformis (also called Cactus-Like Lavrania, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It is a member of the Apocynaceae family and has a spreading habit. It grows in open areas, usually in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lavrania cactiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for fodder. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, skin diseases, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lavrania cactiformis is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lavrania cactiformis is a species of evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It is an easy to grow shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slower process.

Where to Find Lavrania cactiformis

Lavrania cactiformis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Lavrania cactiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lavrania cactiformis?

Lavrania cactiformis

What is the common name of Lavrania cactiformis?

Cactus lavrania

What is the natural habitat of Lavrania cactiformis?

Dry forests and woodlands

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50194587: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Peter Vincent Bruyns (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruyns' in the authors string.