Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Ulloa & P.Jørg.
Source:
tro
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Novon 4: 185 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292801
Common Names
- Zinowiewia madsenii
- Madsen's Zinowiewia
- Madsenii Zinowiewia
Description
Zinowiewia madsenii (also called Madsen's zinowiewia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Namibia and Angola. It grows in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and river beds.
Uses & Benefits
Zinowiewia madsenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zinowiewia madsenii has small, yellow flowers that produce small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zinowiewia madsenii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Zinowiewia madsenii
Zinowiewia madsenii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.
Zinowiewia madsenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zinowiewia madsenii?
Zinowiewia madsenii
What is the common name of Zinowiewia madsenii?
Madsenii
What is the family of Zinowiewia madsenii?
Celastraceae
Species in the Zinowiewia genus
Zinowiewia cuneifolia,
Zinowiewia integerrima,
Zinowiewia australis,
Zinowiewia sulphurea,
Zinowiewia aymardii,
Zinowiewia concinna,
Zinowiewia matudae,
Zinowiewia rubra,
Zinowiewia micrantha,
Zinowiewia pallida,
Zinowiewia tacanensis,
Zinowiewia pauciflora,
Zinowiewia madsenii,
Zinowiewia sebastianii,
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,