Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schaijesii
ID:
1322838

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bamps

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 146: 135 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335292



Common Names

  • Kalaharia schaijesii
  • Kalahari Schaijes' Bushman's Candle
  • Kalahari Bushman's Candle


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Description

Kalaharia schaijesii (also called Schaijes' Kalaharia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Africa. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow centers. The leaves are oval-shaped and have a glossy green color. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as the edges of forests and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Kalaharia schaijesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kalaharia schaijesii has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kalaharia schaijesii is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or division of the root clump.

Where to Find Kalaharia schaijesii

Kalaharia schaijesii is native to Namibia, where it can be found in the dry savannas of the Kalahari Desert.

Kalaharia schaijesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kalaharia schaijesii?

Kalaharia schaijesii

What type of plant is Kalaharia schaijesii?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Kalaharia schaijesii found?

It is found in Namibia.

Species in the Kalaharia genus

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

Paul Rodolphe Joseph Bamps (1932-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bamps' in the authors string.