Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
eriantherum
ID:
284739

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vatke) Marais

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 35: 809 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284071



Common Names

  • Eriantherum Asepalum
  • Asepalum
  • Asepalum eriantherum


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Synonyms

  • Tinnea arabica Baker [unknown]

Description

Asepalum eriantherum (also called Eriantherum false asepalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Sudan and Ethiopia. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in savannas and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Asepalum eriantherum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in traditional medicine to treat fever and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asepalum eriantherum has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asepalum eriantherum is a small shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a rooting medium. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until rooted.

Where to Find Asepalum eriantherum

Asepalum eriantherum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Asepalum eriantherum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asepalum eriantherum?

Asepalum eriantherum

What are the common names of Asepalum eriantherum?

Common names of Asepalum eriantherum include False Daisy and False Daisy Bush

What is the natural habitat of Asepalum eriantherum?

Asepalum eriantherum is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats

Species in the Asepalum genus

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.
Wessel Marais (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marais' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:908359-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].