Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
afzelii
ID:
1324987

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Mackinder & Wieringa

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa142: 5 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337441



Common Names

  • Afzelii Annea
  • Annea Plant
  • Chinese Annea


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Description

Annea afzelii (also called Afzelius' Annea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has dark green, leathery leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows best in partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Annea afzelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Annea afzelii has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters on the tips of the branches. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Annea afzelii is a hardy perennial that grows best in partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Plant the divisions or seeds 8-10 inches apart.

Where to Find Annea afzelii

Annea afzelii is native to Iran, where it can be found in the provinces of East Azerbaijan and West Azerbaijan.

Species in the Annea genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Barbara Ann Mackinder (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mackinder' in the authors string.
Jan Johannes Wieringa (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wieringa' in the authors string.