Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nyassae
ID:
1323926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) H.Rob.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 25: 50 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336380



Common Names

  • Lettowia nyassae
  • Nyassa Lettowia
  • African Daisy


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Description

Lettowia nyassae (also called Nyassa Lettowia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Africa. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lettowia nyassae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lettowia nyassae is a white or yellow 5-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lettowia nyassae is an evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings. The cuttings should be planted in the spring and will bloom in the summer.

Where to Find Lettowia nyassae

Lettowia nyassae is found in tropical Africa.

Lettowia nyassae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lettowia nyassae?

Lettowia nyassae

Where is Lettowia nyassae found?

Lettowia nyassae is found in Tanzania.

What is the growth habit of Lettowia nyassae?

Lettowia nyassae is a shrub, growing up to 2 m tall.

Species in the Lettowia genus

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.