Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
436246

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliver) N.Hallé

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 5: 20 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435578



Common Names

  • Simicratea welwitschii
  • Welwitsch's Simicratea
  • Welwitsch's Simicratea Moss


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Synonyms

  • Simirestis welwitschii (Oliv.) N.Hallé ex R.Wilczek [unknown]
  • Hippocratea welwitschii Oliv. [unknown]
  • Simirestis welwitschii (Oliv.) N.Hallé [unknown]

Description

Simicratea welwitschii (also called Welwitsch's Simicratea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Angola. It has a woody stem and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Simicratea welwitschii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Simicratea welwitschii is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simicratea welwitschii can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist soil in the spring and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in the spring and planted in moist soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Simicratea welwitschii

Simicratea welwitschii is native to the Mediterranean region.

Simicratea welwitschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Simicratea welwitschii?

Simicratea welwitschii

What is the common name of Simicratea welwitschii?

Welwitsch's Simicratea

What is the natural habitat of Simicratea welwitschii?

Dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands

Species in the Simicratea genus

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2480861: Based on the initial data import
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.