Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
albomarginatum
ID:
541660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marloth & Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 10: 249 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540992



Common Names

  • Albomarginatum Aptosimum
  • Albomarginatum Daisy
  • Albomarginatum Daisy Bush


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Description

Aptosimum albomarginatum (also called White-Margined Aptosimum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to South Africa, and is commonly found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aptosimum albomarginatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Aptosimum albomarginatum has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. Seed: The seeds of Aptosimum albomarginatum are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Aptosimum albomarginatum are small and have a single stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aptosimum albomarginatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Aptosimum albomarginatum

Aptosimum albomarginatum can be found in South Africa.

Aptosimum albomarginatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aptosimum albomarginatum?

Aptosimum albomarginatum

What is the family of Aptosimum albomarginatum?

Brassicaceae

Where is Aptosimum albomarginatum native to?

South Africa

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Marloth (1855-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marloth' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:799360-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].