Actinostemon desertorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
desertorum
ID:
705546
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, V: 70 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704879
Common Names
- Actinostemon desertorum
- Desert star
- Desert starflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Gussonia desertorum Kuntze [unknown]
- Dactylostemon desertorum Müll.Arg. [unknown]
Description
Actinostemon desertorum (also called Desert Actinostemon, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Actinostemon desertorum is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a laxative, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Actinostemon desertorum has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actinostemon desertorum is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Actinostemon desertorum
Actinostemon desertorum can be found in Saudi Arabia.
Actinostemon desertorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinostemon desertorum?
Actinostemon desertorum
What is the family of Actinostemon desertorum?
Thymelaeaceae
What is the common name of Actinostemon desertorum?
Desert Actinostemon
Species in the Actinostemon genus
Actinostemon amazonicus, Actinostemon brachypodus, Actinostemon caribaeus, Actinostemon concepcionis, Actinostemon concolor, Actinostemon desertorum, Actinostemon echinatus, Actinostemon glaziovii, Actinostemon guyanensis, Actinostemon imbricatus, Actinostemon klotzschii, Actinostemon lagoensis, Actinostemon lasiocarpus, Actinostemon leptopus, Actinostemon macrocarpus, Actinostemon mandiocanus, Actinostemon schomburgkii, Actinostemon sparsifolius, Actinostemon verticillatus, Actinostemon roseliae,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2828: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.