Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zambesiacus
ID:
1412393

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Goldblatt) Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 46(1)-a2024: 5. 2016 [2 Dec 2016] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424858



Common Names

  • Afrosolen Zambesiacus
  • African Daisy Bush
  • African Daisy


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Description

Afrosolen zambesiacus (also called Zambesian 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 zambesiacus 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

The flower of Afrosolen zambesiacus is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afrosolen zambesiacus is a succulent plant native to Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. It is a low-growing, spreading plant with thick, fleshy leaves. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting of about 4-5 inches in length and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot filled with well-draining soil and water it lightly. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Place the pot in a warm, sunny location and the cutting should root in about 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Afrosolen zambesiacus

Afrosolen zambesiacus is native to South Africa.

Afrosolen zambesiacus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afrosolen zambesiacus?

Afrosolen zambesiacus

What is the common name of Afrosolen zambesiacus?

Zambesian Afrosolen

Where is Afrosolen zambesiacus found?

Zambia

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

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.