Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
subulifera
ID:
267572

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


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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.

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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,

References