Afrothismia kupensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kupensis
ID:
1538549
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cheek & S.A.Williams
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Blumea 64: 160 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020349
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Afrothismia kupensis (also called Kupa Afrothismia, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to the tropical rainforests of Africa. It grows in lowland and montane forests, typically at elevations of 0 to 1,500 m. It has an upright habit and ovate leaves, with a dark-green coloration.
Uses & Benefits
Afrothismia kupensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Afrothismia kupensis has small, yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a single leaf.
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Afrothismia kupensis can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The rhizomes can be divided in spring and replanted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Afrothismia kupensis
Afrothismia kupensis is found in Central and South America.
Afrothismia kupensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Afrothismia kupensis?
Afrothismia kupensis
What is the family of Afrothismia kupensis?
Hymenophyllaceae
What is the common name of Afrothismia kupensis?
Kupen Fern
Species in the Afrothismia genus
Afrothismia baerae, Afrothismia foertheriana, Afrothismia gesnerioides, Afrothismia insignis, Afrothismia pachyantha, Afrothismia saingei, Afrothismia winkleri, Afrothismia hydra, Afrothismia korupensis, Afrothismia mhoroana, Afrothismia amietii, Afrothismia zambesiaca, Afrothismia fungiformis, Afrothismia pusilla, Afrothismia kupensis,
Species in the Burmanniaceae family
Afrothismia baerae, Afrothismia foertheriana, Afrothismia gesnerioides, Afrothismia insignis, Afrothismia pachyantha, Afrothismia saingei, Afrothismia winkleri, Afrothismia hydra, Afrothismia korupensis, Afrothismia mhoroana, Afrothismia amietii, Afrothismia zambesiaca, Afrothismia fungiformis, Afrothismia pusilla, Afrothismia kupensis, Apteria aphylla, Burmannia alba, Burmannia aprica, Burmannia australis, Burmannia bicolor, Burmannia bifaria, Burmannia biflora, Burmannia candelabrum, Burmannia candida, Burmannia capitata, Burmannia championii, Burmannia chinensis, Burmannia cochinchinensis, Burmannia coelestis, Burmannia compacta, Burmannia connata, Burmannia cryptopetala, Burmannia damazii, Burmannia dasyantha, Burmannia disticha, Burmannia engganensis, Burmannia filamentosa, Burmannia flava, Burmannia foliosa, Burmannia geelvinkiana, Burmannia gracilis, Burmannia grandiflora, Burmannia hexaptera, Burmannia indica, Burmannia itoana, Burmannia jonkeri, Burmannia juncea, Burmannia kalbreyeri, Burmannia larseniana, Burmannia latialata,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77202855-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.