Elephantopus angolensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angolensis
ID:
35056
Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Hoffm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. 10: 172 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034385
Common Names
- Elephantopus angolensis
- Angola Elephant's Foot
- Elephant's Foot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elephantopus angolensis (also called Elephant's Foot, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Angola. It has a woody stem and its leaves are oblong-elliptic. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Elephantopus angolensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elephantopus angolensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Elephantopus angolensis is a perennial plant that is propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay.
Where to Find Elephantopus angolensis
Elephantopus angolensis is native to Angola and can be found in the central and southern parts of the country.
Elephantopus angolensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elephantopus angolensis?
Elephantopus angolensis
Where is Elephantopus angolensis found?
Elephantopus angolensis is found in Angola.
What is the natural habitat of Elephantopus angolensis?
Elephantopus angolensis is found in moist grasslands and open woodlands.
Species in the Elephantopus genus
Elephantopus mollis, Elephantopus micropappus, Elephantopus piauiensis, Elephantopus scaber, Elephantopus elatus, Elephantopus angolensis, Elephantopus biflorus, Elephantopus carolinianus, Elephantopus pratensis, Elephantopus multisetus, Elephantopus racemosus, Elephantopus dilatatus, Elephantopus erectus, Elephantopus tomentosus, Elephantopus nudicaulis, Elephantopus carolinianus, Elephantopus palustris, Elephantopus hirtiflorus, Elephantopus pratensis, Elephantopus nudatus, Elephantopus senegalensis, Elephantopus mendoncae, Elephantopus elongatus, Elephantopus riparius, Elephantopus arenarius,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-133242: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.