Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
389531

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Polhill & Wiens

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Énum. Pl. Fleurs Afr. Trop. 2: 170 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388863



Common Names

  • Oncocalyx welwitschii
  • Welwitschii Oncocalyx
  • Welwitschii Star-Fruit


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Synonyms

  • Loranthus englerianus K.Krause & Dinter [unknown]
  • Loranthus elegantissimus Schinz [unknown]
  • Loranthus welwitschii Engl. [unknown]
  • Tapinanthus elegantissimus (Schinz) Danser [unknown]
  • Tapinanthus englerianus (K.Krause & Dinter) Danser [unknown]
  • Odontella welwitschii (Engl.) Balle [unknown]
  • Loranthus karibibensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Tapinanthus welwitschii (Engl.) Danser [unknown]
  • Loranthus fragilis Sprague [unknown]
  • Tapinanthus fragilis (Sprague) Danser [unknown]

Description

Oncocalyx welwitschii (also called Welwitsch's Oncocalyx, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a woody rootstock and is found in grassland and bushveld habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oncocalyx welwitschii is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oncocalyx welwitschii is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncocalyx welwitschii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized occasionally. Pruning is not necessary.

Where to Find Oncocalyx welwitschii

Oncocalyx welwitschii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

Oncocalyx welwitschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncocalyx welwitschii?

Oncocalyx welwitschii

What is the common name of Oncocalyx welwitschii?

Welwitsch's Oncocalyx

What is the natural habitat of Oncocalyx welwitschii?

It is found in dry, rocky habitats in Angola, Botswana, Namibia, and Zimbabwe.

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2397462: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Roger Marcus Polhill (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polhill' in the authors string.
Delbert Wiens (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiens' in the authors string.