Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fruticosa
ID:
262282

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schweinf. ex Penz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Atti Congr. Bot. Int. Genova : 356 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261614



Common Names

  • Otostegia fruticosa
  • Bushy Otostegia
  • Shrubby Otostegia


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Synonyms

  • Moluccella repanda R.Br. [unknown]
  • Moluccella scariosa R.Br. [unknown]
  • Clinopodium fruticosum Forssk. [unknown]

Description

Otostegia fruticosa (also called 'Shrubby bush lily', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in grassland, savanna, and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Otostegia fruticosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Otostegia fruticosa sub. fruticosa
Otostegia fruticosa sub. schimperi (Benth.) Sebald

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Otostegia fruticosa is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Otostegia fruticosa can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Otostegia fruticosa

Otostegia fruticosa is native to the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Otostegia fruticosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Otostegia fruticosa?

Otostegia fruticosa

What is the common name of Otostegia fruticosa?

Fruticosa otostegia

Where is Otostegia fruticosa found?

It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-144787: Based on the initial data import
Georg August Schweinfurth (1836-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Albert Julius Otto Penzig (1856-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Penz.' in the authors string.