Vitex morogoroensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Walsingham & S.Atkins
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61: 617 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810554
Common Names
- Vitex morogoroensis
- V. morogoroensis
- V. morogoroense
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vitex morogoroensis (also called Morogoro Vitex, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to East Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Vitex morogoroensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vitex morogoroensis has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a central stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Vitex morogoroensis requires a warm, humid climate with temperatures ranging from 18-30°C. Propagation is usually done through division of the rhizomes. Plant the rhizomes in a well-draining soil mix and water regularly.
Where to Find Vitex morogoroensis
Vitex morogoroensis is native to Tanzania.
Vitex morogoroensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vitex morogoroensis?
Vitex morogoroensis
What is the common name of Vitex morogoroensis?
Morogoro Vitex
What is the habitat of Vitex morogoroensis?
It is found in moist, shady places, such as in forests and along streams.
Species in the Vitex genus
Vitex acuminata, Vitex acunae, Vitex agelaeifolia, Vitex agnus-castus, Vitex ajugiflora, Vitex altissima, Vitex amaniensis, Vitex angolensis, Vitex aurea, Vitex befotakensis, Vitex benuensis, Vitex beraviensis, Vitex betsiliensis, Vitex bogalensis, Vitex bojeri, Vitex bracteata, Vitex brevilabiata, Vitex brevipetiolata, Vitex buchananii, Vitex burmensis, Vitex caespitosa, Vitex calothyrsa, Vitex canescens, Vitex capitata, Vitex carbunculorum, Vitex cauliflora, Vitex cestroides, Vitex chrysleriana, Vitex chrysocarpa, Vitex chrysomallum, Vitex ciliata, Vitex clementis, Vitex cochinchinensis, Vitex cofassus, Vitex collina, Vitex colombiensis, Vitex compressa, Vitex congolensis, Vitex cooperi, Vitex coursi, Vitex cuspidata, Vitex cymosa, Vitex degeneriana, Vitex dinklagei, Vitex discoideo-glandulosa, Vitex divaricata, Vitex diversifolia, Vitex djumaensis, Vitex doniana, Vitex duckei,
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-348808: Based on the initial data import
Sandy Atkins (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Atkins' in the authors string.
Lesley Walsingham (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walsingham' in the authors string.