Sloetiopsis usambarensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
usambarensis
ID:
506541
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 573 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505873
Common Names
- Usambara false mastic
- Usambara mastic
- Usambara false mastic tree
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- Neosloetiopsis kamerunensis Engl. [unknown]
Description
Sloetiopsis usambarensis (also called Usambara Sloetiopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to East Africa. It has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, white flowers in the spring. It grows in rocky, shady areas and is tolerant of drought.
Uses & Benefits
Sloetiopsis usambarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sloetiopsis usambarensis is a small, yellow flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sloetiopsis usambarensis is a hardy, evergreen perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F). Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Sloetiopsis usambarensis
Sloetiopsis usambarensis can be found in Tanzania.
Sloetiopsis usambarensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sloetiopsis usambarensis?
Sloetiopsis usambarensis
What is the family of Sloetiopsis usambarensis?
Asteraceae
Where is Sloetiopsis usambarensis native to?
Tanzania
Species in the Sloetiopsis genus
Species in the Moraceae family
Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,
References
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:856539-1: Based on the initial data import