Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
littoralis
ID:
124832

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.P.J.Herman

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 32: 22 (2002) (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124161



Common Names

  • Littoral Tarchonanthus
  • Littoralis Tarchonanthus
  • Littoral Bush-Clover


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Description

Tarchonanthus littoralis (also called 'Littoral Camphorbush', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to southern Africa. It has small, white flowers and a woody stem. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tarchonanthus littoralis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tarchonanthus littoralis has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tarchonanthus littoralis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of dry soils and drought once established.

Where to Find Tarchonanthus littoralis

Tarchonanthus littoralis is native to South Africa, and can be found in coastal dunes and sandy soils.

Tarchonanthus littoralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tarchonanthus littoralis?

Tarchonanthus littoralis

What is the common name of Tarchonanthus littoralis?

Littoral Tarchonanthus

What is the habitat of Tarchonanthus littoralis?

It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open forests in South Africa.

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-85273: Based on the initial data import
P.P.J. Herman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.P.J.Herman' in the authors string.