Agathosma asperifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral. : 111 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523342
Common Names
- Agathosma asperifolia
- Buchu
- Rough-Leaved Buchu
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- Diosma asperifolia (Eckl. & Zeyh.) D.Dietr. [unknown]
- Hartogia asperifolia Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Agathosma asperifolia (also called False Buchu, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has oval-shaped, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is found in rocky, sandy soils and prefers full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Agathosma asperifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agathosma asperifolia is white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agathosma asperifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in partial shade and kept moist.
Where to Find Agathosma asperifolia
Agathosma asperifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape Province.
Agathosma asperifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agathosma asperifolia?
Agathosma asperifolia
What is the common name of Agathosma asperifolia?
Buchu
What is the natural habitat of Agathosma asperifolia?
It is native to South Africa and is found in the Western Cape Province.
Species in the Agathosma genus
Agathosma abrupta, Agathosma acocksii, Agathosma acutissima, Agathosma adenandriflora, Agathosma adnata, Agathosma aemula, Agathosma affinis, Agathosma alaris, Agathosma alligans, Agathosma alpina, Agathosma alticola, Agathosma anomala, Agathosma apiculata, Agathosma asperifolia, Agathosma barnesiae, Agathosma bathii, Agathosma betulina, Agathosma bicolor, Agathosma bicornuta, Agathosma bifida, Agathosma bisulca, Agathosma blaerioides, Agathosma bodkinii, Agathosma capensis, Agathosma capitata, Agathosma cedrimontana, Agathosma cephalotes, Agathosma cerefolia, Agathosma ciliaris, Agathosma ciliata, Agathosma clavisepala, Agathosma collina, Agathosma concava, Agathosma conferta, Agathosma cordifolia, Agathosma corymbosa, Agathosma craspedota, Agathosma crassifolia, Agathosma crenulata, Agathosma decurrens, Agathosma dentata, Agathosma dielsiana, Agathosma distans, Agathosma divaricata, Agathosma dregeana, Agathosma elata, Agathosma elegans, Agathosma eriantha, Agathosma esterhuyseniae, Agathosma florida,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2625620: Based on the initial data import
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.