Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
abyssinica
ID:
1325893

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex Hochst.) Orchard

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 23: 383 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338347



Common Names

  • Abyssinica Lipotriche
  • Lipotriche abyssinica
  • Abyssinica Lipotriche


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Description

Lipotriche abyssinica (also called Abyssinian Lipotriche, among many other common names) is a type of flowering plant native to Africa. It is an evergreen, perennial shrub with trifoliate leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, open habitats such as savannas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lipotriche abyssinica is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lipotriche abyssinica is a small, white flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow, grass-like leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lipotriche abyssinica is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location with regular watering.

Where to Find Lipotriche abyssinica

Lipotriche abyssinica can be found in Ethiopia, particularly in the province of Oromia.

Lipotriche abyssinica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lipotriche abyssinica?

Lipotriche abyssinica

What is the family of Lipotriche abyssinica?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Lipotriche abyssinica?

Abyssinian Lipotriche

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

Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.