Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zairensis
ID:
59075

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lisowski) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 23: 1 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058404



Common Names

  • Peulh Ceropegia
  • Peulh String of Hearts
  • Peulh Chain of Hearts


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Synonyms

  • Pseudocadiscus zairensis Lisowski [unknown]

Description

Stenops zairensis (also called African Stenops, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and its habitats include moist forests, grasslands, and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Stenops zairensis is used for its medicinal properties and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stenops zairensis has yellow flowers that are arranged in a single row. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenops zairensis is a perennial plant that is easily propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Stenops zairensis

Stenops zairensis can be found in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Stenops zairensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenops zairensis?

Stenops zairensis

What is the common name of Stenops zairensis?

African Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Stenops zairensis?

It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Species in the Stenops 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-15712: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Stanisław Lisowski (1924-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lisowski' in the authors string.