Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
ramosus
ID:
811016

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Codd) D.F.Otieno

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Taxon 55: 953 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810350



Common Names

  • Syncolostemon ramosus
  • Branching Syncolostemon
  • Branching Coleonema


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Description

Syncolostemon ramosus (also called 'Red Bush', 'Red Sage' and 'Red Salvia', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has bright red flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas and in open grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Syncolostemon ramosus is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic, and as an insect repellent. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Syncolostemon ramosus has bright yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and dark brown, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncolostemon ramosus is a perennial native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Syncolostemon ramosus

Syncolostemon ramosus is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Syncolostemon ramosus FAQ

What is the common name of Syncolostemon ramosus?

Syncolostemon ramosus is commonly known as Branched syncolostemon.

What type of soil does Syncolostemon ramosus prefer?

Syncolostemon ramosus prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the average height of Syncolostemon ramosus?

Syncolostemon ramosus typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

Species in the Syncolostemon genus

Syncolostemon argenteus, Syncolostemon comptonii, Syncolostemon concinnus, Syncolostemon densiflorus, Syncolostemon eriocephalus, Syncolostemon flabellifolius, Syncolostemon latidens, Syncolostemon macranthus, Syncolostemon macrophyllus, Syncolostemon parviflorus, Syncolostemon ramulosus, Syncolostemon rotundifolius, Syncolostemon albiflorus, Syncolostemon bolusii, Syncolostemon bracteosus, Syncolostemon canescens, Syncolostemon comosus, Syncolostemon elliottii, Syncolostemon floccosus, Syncolostemon foliosus, Syncolostemon gerrardii, Syncolostemon incanus, Syncolostemon linearis, Syncolostemon madagascariensis, Syncolostemon modestus, Syncolostemon obermeyerae, Syncolostemon oritrephes, Syncolostemon ornatus, Syncolostemon parvifolius, Syncolostemon persimilis, Syncolostemon petiolatus, Syncolostemon pretoriae, Syncolostemon punctatus, Syncolostemon ramosus, Syncolostemon rehmannii, Syncolostemon rugosifolius, Syncolostemon stalmansii, Syncolostemon stenophyllus, Syncolostemon subvelutinus, Syncolostemon teucriifolius, Syncolostemon thorncroftii, Syncolostemon transvaalensis, Syncolostemon welwitschii, Syncolostemon cinereus, Syncolostemon namapaensis, Syncolostemon aurulentus,

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-348602: Based on the initial data import
Leslie Edward Wostall Codd (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Codd' in the authors string.
Donald F. Otieno: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.F.Otieno' in the authors string.