Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ananthocladus
ID:
1324543

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hilliard & B.L.Burtt) J.C.Manning & Goldblatt

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 29: 793 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336997



Common Names

  • Afroaster ananthocladus
  • Ananthocladus Afroaster
  • Ananthocladus's Afroaster


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Description

Afroaster ananthocladus (also called African Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody base and grows up to 1 meter tall. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Afroaster ananthocladus is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Afroaster ananthocladus are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afroaster ananthocladus is a slow-growing succulent that can be propagated from seed or offsets. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It can tolerate some drought, but should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be propagated from offsets, which can be removed from the base of the plant and planted in a new pot.

Where to Find Afroaster ananthocladus

Afroaster ananthocladus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Afroaster ananthocladus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afroaster ananthocladus?

Afroaster ananthocladus

What is the common name of Afroaster ananthocladus?

African Starfish Plant

What type of environment does Afroaster ananthocladus prefer?

Wet, tropical areas

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.