Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
caffra
ID:
1318739

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eckl. & Zeyh.) Christenh. & Byng ex Mosyakin & de Lange

Source:
ipni

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Ukrayins'k. Bot. Zhurn. 75(6): 513. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331193



Common Names

  • Knowltonia caffra
  • Caffra Knowltonia
  • Caffra's Knowltonia


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Description

Knowltonia caffra (also called Caffra Knowltonia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has a stem that is up to 1 meter tall and white flowers that are up to 2 cm in diameter. It grows in sunny and dry habitats, such as savannas and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Knowltonia caffra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knowltonia caffra has small, yellow flowers, which are borne in clusters of up to five. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knowltonia caffra is a shrub that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining potting mix and bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by cuttings. The cuttings should be planted in a potting mix that is slightly moist and kept in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Knowltonia caffra

Knowltonia caffra is native to South Africa.

Knowltonia caffra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knowltonia caffra?

Knowltonia caffra

What is the common name of Knowltonia caffra?

Caffra Knowltonia

What is the natural habitat of Knowltonia caffra?

It is found in rocky grassland and scrub in the eastern parts of South Africa.

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

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References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.
Peter James de Lange (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Lange' in the authors string.
Sergei Leonidovich Mosyakin (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mosyakin' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.