Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
iturense
ID:
804322

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) L.Gaut.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Énum. Pl. Fleurs Afr. Trop. 4: 29 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000803656

Common Names

  • Englerophytum iturense
  • Englerophytum iturense
  • Englerophytum iturense

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Description

Englerophytum iturense (also called Ituren Englerophytum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and white, fragrant flowers. It is native to the coastal regions of South Africa and is found in a variety of habitats, including rocky outcrops, coastal scrub and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Englerophytum iturense is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge plant and is known for its ability to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Englerophytum iturense is a small, yellowish-green flower head, with a single spikelet. The seed is a small, brown, three-sided nut. The seedlings have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Englerophytum iturense is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Englerophytum iturense

Englerophytum iturense is native to tropical America, especially in Mexico and Central America.

Englerophytum iturense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Englerophytum iturense?

Englerophytum iturense

What is the family of Englerophytum iturense?

Sapotaceae

What is the common name of Englerophytum iturense?

Ituren Englerophytum

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-342024: Based on the initial data import
Laurent Gautier (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Gaut.' in the authors string.
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.