Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schweinfurthii
ID:
212556

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Taub.) Brummitt

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.22: 378 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211885



Common Names

  • Airyantha schweinfurthii
  • Schweinfurthii Airyantha
  • Schweinfurth's Airyantha


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Synonyms

  • Baphia schweinfurthii Taub. [valid]
  • Baphiastrum spathaceum sensu L.Touss. [deprecated]

Description

Airyantha schweinfurthii (also called Schweinfurthii, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellow flowers. It is native to southern Africa and is found in woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Airyantha schweinfurthii is used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Airyantha schweinfurthii sub. confusa (Hutch. & Dalziel) Brummitt
Airyantha schweinfurthii sub. schweinfurthii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Airyantha schweinfurthii is a small, yellow-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Airyantha schweinfurthii is a perennial shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Airyantha schweinfurthii

Airyantha schweinfurthii can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Airyantha schweinfurthii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Airyantha schweinfurthii?

Airyantha schweinfurthii

What type of plant is Airyantha schweinfurthii?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Airyantha schweinfurthii grow?

It is native to South Africa

Species in the Airyantha genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Paul Hermann Wilhelm Taubert (1862-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taub.' in the authors string.
Richard Kenneth Brummitt (1937-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brummitt' in the authors string.