Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abyssinicus
ID:
1412395

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br. ex A.Rich.) Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 46(1)-a2024: 3. 2016 [2 Dec 2016] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424860



Common Names

  • Afrosolen Abyssinicus
  • African Daisy Bush
  • African Daisy


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Description

Afrosolen abyssinicus (also called Abyssinian Afrosolen, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a single flower with a yellowish-green hue. It is found in wet, tropical forests, growing in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Afrosolen abyssinicus is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Afrosolen abyssinicus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Where to Find Afrosolen abyssinicus

Afrosolen abyssinicus can be found in tropical areas of Africa.

Afrosolen abyssinicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afrosolen abyssinicus?

Afrosolen abyssinicus

What is the common name of Afrosolen abyssinicus?

Abyssinian Afrosolen

Where is Afrosolen abyssinicus found?

Ethiopia

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

References

Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.