Agathosma cephalotes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Mey. ex Sond.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 1: 406 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523376
Common Names
- Cape May Buchu
- Cape May Round-leaved Buchu
- Cape May Short-leaved Buchu
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- Agathosma globuliflora C.Presl [unknown]
- Hartogia cephalotes Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Agathosma cephalotes (also called Buchu, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, oval leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in rocky, mountainous areas and in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Agathosma cephalotes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat stomach ailments, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agathosma cephalotes 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 cephalotes can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they root. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into a pot or garden bed.
Where to Find Agathosma cephalotes
Agathosma cephalotes is native to the Himalayas and can be found in Nepal, Bhutan, and India. It is also found in parts of China and Burma.
Agathosma cephalotes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agathosma cephalotes?
Agathosma cephalotes
What is the common name of Agathosma cephalotes?
Buchu
What is the natural habitat of Agathosma cephalotes?
It is found in the mountains of the Western Cape of South Africa
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-2625651: Based on the initial data import
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.