Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
zanguebaricus
ID:
223381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 130 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222710



Common Names

  • Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus
  • Zanguebaricus Lamprothamnus
  • Zanguebaricus Wild Potato


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Description

Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus (also called 'Zanzibar bush', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to East Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, woodlands, and scrublands. It is a shrub with small, white flowers and small, oval leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used to make wreaths and decorations. The plant has attractive foliage and is known for its bright colors.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus has small, white, five-petaled flowers with a yellow center and a hairy stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus is a tropical evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in spring or summer and rooting them in a moist medium. It can also be propagated from seed, though this is not always reliable.

Where to Find Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus

Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus?

Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus

What is the common name of Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus?

Zanguebaricus Lamprothamnus

What is the family of Lamprothamnus zanguebaricus?

Lamiaceae

Species in the Lamprothamnus genus

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,

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