Status:
valid
Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 63: 225 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266904
Common Names
- Pentapleura subulifera
- Subulifera Pentapleura
- Pentapleura Subulifera
Description
Pentapleura subulifera (also called Wild Rosemary, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Africa. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its aromatic leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pentapleura subulifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pentapleura subulifera has white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender with long, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pentapleura subulifera is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Pentapleura subulifera
Pentapleura subulifera is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Pentapleura subulifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pentapleura subulifera?
Pentapleura subulifera
What is the family of Pentapleura subulifera?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Pentapleura subulifera?
Subulifera Daisy
Species in the Pentapleura 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,