Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
katangensis
ID:
1043483

Status:
valid

Authors:
Niyongabo & Dessein

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 36: 1033 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042821

Common Names

  • Hedythyrsus katangensis
  • Katanga hedythyrsus
  • Hedythyrsus

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Description

Hedythyrsus katangensis (also called Katangan Hedythyrsus, among many other common names) is a tropical, evergreen grass native to South America. It has small, scale-like leaves and stems that form a dense mat. It is found in dry, open areas and is often used as a ground cover in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Hedythyrsus katangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hedythyrsus katangensis var. ternifolius Niyongabo & Dessein
Hedythyrsus katangensis var. katangensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedythyrsus katangensis has small, white flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves that are bright green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedythyrsus katangensis is a tropical tree found in Central and South Africa. It is a slow-growing species that can reach heights of up to 20 meters. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a warm, moist, and well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a warm, moist, and well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Hedythyrsus katangensis

Hedythyrsus katangensis is native to Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

Steven Dessein (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dessein' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Niyongabo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Niyongabo' in the authors string.