Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
ferrugineum
ID:
1335193

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Gaut. & O.Lachenaud

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Candollea 71: 302 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347647



Common Names

  • Englerophytum Ferrugineum
  • Rusty Englerophytum
  • Rusty Wild Coffee


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Description

Englerophytum ferrugineum (also called Rusty Englerophytum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem. It is native to Africa. It is found in open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Englerophytum ferrugineum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and petals being used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Englerophytum ferrugineum has small, yellow flowers with purple centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Englerophytum ferrugineum is a shrub native to South Africa. It is best grown in a well-drained, sandy soil in full sun. It prefers temperatures between 50-75°F and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Englerophytum ferrugineum

Englerophytum ferrugineum can be found in Ethiopia.

Englerophytum ferrugineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Englerophytum ferrugineum?

Englerophytum ferrugineum

What is the common name of Englerophytum ferrugineum?

Rusty Englerophytum

What is the natural habitat of Englerophytum ferrugineum?

Tropical forests

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

Laurent Gautier (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Gaut.' in the authors string.
Olivier Lachenaud (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Lachenaud' in the authors string.