Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
reducta
ID:
574417

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern

Source:
cmp

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(2): 394 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573749



Common Names

  • Buchnera reducta
  • Reducta Buchnera
  • Reducta's Buchnera


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Description

Buchnera reducta (also called 'Reduced Buchnera', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 10 cm in height. Its leaves are linear-lanceolate, up to 4 cm long and 1 cm wide. It is found in grasslands, scrublands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Buchnera reducta is an attractive ornamental plant, with its bright yellow flowers and lush foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as headaches, fever, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Buchnera reducta has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buchnera reducta is a small, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be planted in a sunny spot. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It can be pruned to keep it compact and tidy.

Where to Find Buchnera reducta

Buchnera reducta is found in the mountains of South Africa.

Buchnera reducta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buchnera reducta?

Buchnera reducta

What are the common names of Buchnera reducta?

Common names of Buchnera reducta include reducta buchnera and reducta water-starwort.

Where is Buchnera reducta found?

Buchnera reducta is found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Species in the Buchnera genus

Buchnera affinis, Buchnera albiflora, Buchnera amethystina, Buchnera andongensis, Buchnera androsacea, Buchnera angustissima, Buchnera arenicola, Buchnera attenuata, Buchnera bampsiana, Buchnera bangweolensis, Buchnera baumii, Buchnera benthamiana, Buchnera bequaertii, Buchnera bowalensis, Buchnera bragaana, Buchnera buchneroides, Buchnera bukamensis, Buchnera cambodiana, Buchnera candida, Buchnera chimanimaniensis, Buchnera chisumpae, Buchnera ciliata, Buchnera ciliolata, Buchnera congoensis, Buchnera convallicola, Buchnera cruciata, Buchnera cryptocephala, Buchnera descampsii, Buchnera dilungensis, Buchnera disticha, Buchnera dundensis, Buchnera dura, Buchnera ebracteolata, Buchnera ensifolia, Buchnera erinoides, Buchnera exserta, Buchnera filicaulis, Buchnera flexuosa, Buchnera foliosa, Buchnera garuensis, Buchnera geminiflora, Buchnera gossweileri, Buchnera gracilis, Buchnera granitica, Buchnera henriquesii, Buchnera hispida, Buchnera humilis, Buchnera humpatensis, Buchnera inflata, Buchnera jacoborum,

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

William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:800066-1: 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].