Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ugandensis
ID:
284472

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XVII: 180 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283804



Common Names

  • Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis
  • Ugandan Pseudagrostistachys
  • Ugandan False Ashoka


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Synonyms

  • Agrostistachys ugandensis Hutch. [unknown]

Description

Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are lanceolate and opposite. It grows in dry, sandy and rocky soils in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a windbreak, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis is a small, yellowish-green flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis is a shrub native to Uganda. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis

Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis is native to Uganda.

Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis?

Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis

What is the family of Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Pseudagrostistachys ugandensis?

Africa

Species in the Pseudagrostistachys genus

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-166086: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.