Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
capensis
ID:
340891

Status:
valid

Authors:
Esterh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 484 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340223



Common Names

  • Capensis Paw
  • Kangaroo Paw
  • Red-and-Green Kangaroo Paw


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Description

Anthochortus capensis (also called Cape Anthochortus, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 10 cm tall. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves with entire margins. It grows in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anthochortus capensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Anthochortus capensis has small white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds of Anthochortus capensis are small and black. Seedlings: Anthochortus capensis seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthochortus capensis is a small, succulent, perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings, and can be grown in pots or in the ground. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).

Where to Find Anthochortus capensis

Anthochortus capensis can be found in Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina.

Anthochortus capensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthochortus capensis?

Anthochortus capensis

What type of plant is Anthochortus capensis?

A perennial herb

Where is Anthochortus capensis found?

It is found in South Africa

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

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