Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
africanus
ID:
43896

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1763

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 2: 1314 (1763)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043225



Common Names

  • African Sphaeranthus
  • African Buttonweed
  • African Globe Amaranth


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Description

Sphaeranthus africanus (also called 'African Globe Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It grows in dry areas, and has white flowers and small, oval leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaeranthus africanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphaeranthus africanus has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are usually green and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphaeranthus africanus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or early summer. Division can be done in late spring or early summer. The plants should be grown in full sun in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Sphaeranthus africanus

Sphaeranthus africanus is native to Africa.

Sphaeranthus africanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphaeranthus africanus?

Sphaeranthus africanus

What type of plant is Sphaeranthus africanus?

It is a species of flowering plant in the aster family

Where is Sphaeranthus africanus native to?

It is native to Africa

Species in the Sphaeranthus genus

Sphaeranthus talbotii, Sphaeranthus cristatus, Sphaeranthus salinarum, Sphaeranthus angolensis, Sphaeranthus fischeri, Sphaeranthus gallensis, Sphaeranthus wattii, Sphaeranthus suaveolens, Sphaeranthus flexuosus, Sphaeranthus indicus, Sphaeranthus epigaeus, Sphaeranthus kirkii, Sphaeranthus neglectus, Sphaeranthus amaranthoides, Sphaeranthus chandleri, Sphaeranthus gazaensis, Sphaeranthus cotuloides, Sphaeranthus africanus, Sphaeranthus samburuensis, Sphaeranthus zavattarii, Sphaeranthus confertifolius, Sphaeranthus steetzii, Sphaeranthus stuhlmannii, Sphaeranthus peguensis, Sphaeranthus senegalensis, Sphaeranthus ukambensis, Sphaeranthus spathulatus, Sphaeranthus mimetes, Sphaeranthus foliosus, Sphaeranthus peduncularis, Sphaeranthus oppositifolius, Sphaeranthus angustifolius, Sphaeranthus similis, Sphaeranthus flexuosus, Sphaeranthus bullatus, Sphaeranthus greenwayi, Sphaeranthus ramosus, Sphaeranthus randii, Sphaeranthus strobiliferus, Sphaeranthus mozambiquensis,

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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