Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
spicata
ID:
381977

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ramond) Bolliger & Molau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 179: 64 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381309



Common Names

  • Nothobartsia Spicata
  • Spiked Nothobartsia
  • Spiked False Foxglove


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Description

Nothobartsia spicata (also called Spiked false-heather, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It grows in dry areas, such as savannas and woodlands, and can reach up to 2 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Nothobartsia spicata is used as an herbal remedy to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. It is also used to treat skin ailments, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nothobartsia spicata is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nothobartsia spicata can be propagated by division of clumps in spring or early summer. Plant in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season, but do not overwater. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Nothobartsia spicata

Nothobartsia spicata is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Nothobartsia spicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nothobartsia spicata?

Nothobartsia spicata

What type of plant is Nothobartsia spicata?

Perennial forb

What is the growth habit of Nothobartsia spicata?

Erect, branching

Species in the Nothobartsia 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

Louis Ramond de Carbonnières (1755-1827): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ramond' in the authors string.
Markus Bolliger (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolliger' in the authors string.
Ulf Molau (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molau' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:971659-1: 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].