Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
elegans
ID:
95042

Status:
valid

Authors:
Albov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 2: 247 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094371



Common Names

  • Elegant Amphoricarpos
  • Elegant False-gooseberry
  • Elegant False-currant


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Description

Amphoricarpos elegans (also called Elegant Amphoricarpos, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has an upright form and can reach up to 2 m in height. It grows in open woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Amphoricarpos elegans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used for decoration and its leaves are used for making tea. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amphoricarpos elegans has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphoricarpos elegans is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Amphoricarpos elegans

Amphoricarpos elegans can be found in the western United States and parts of Canada.

Amphoricarpos elegans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphoricarpos elegans?

Amphoricarpos elegans

What are the common uses of Amphoricarpos elegans?

Amphoricarpos elegans is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

What is the natural habitat of Amphoricarpos elegans?

Amphoricarpos elegans is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

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,

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