Status:
valid
Authors:
(Engl.) Flicker
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 230: 47 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343818
Description
Afrohybanthus densifolius (also called Afrohybanthus densifolius, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to East Africa and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Afrohybanthus densifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Afrohybanthus densifolius is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single leaf and a small root system.
Cultivation and Propagation
Afrohybanthus densifolius can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C.
Where to Find Afrohybanthus densifolius
Afrohybanthus densifolius is native to the tropical forests of East Africa. It can be found in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
Afrohybanthus densifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Afrohybanthus densifolius?
Afrohybanthus densifolius
What is the common name of Afrohybanthus densifolius?
Dense-leaved Hybanthus
What is the native range of Afrohybanthus densifolius?
Tanzania
Species in the Afrohybanthus genus
Afrohybanthus buxifolius,
Afrohybanthus aurantiacus,
Afrohybanthus caffer,
Afrohybanthus densifolius,
Afrohybanthus enneaspermus,
Afrohybanthus fasciculatus,
Afrohybanthus nyassensis,
Afrohybanthus pseudodanguyanus,
Afrohybanthus ramosissimus,
Afrohybanthus serratus,
Afrohybanthus stellarioides,
Afrohybanthus travancoricus,
Afrohybanthus tsavoensis,
Afrohybanthus verbi-divini,
Afrohybanthus indicus,
Species in the Violaceae family
Agatea lecointei,
Agatea longipedicellata,
Agatea macrobotrys,
Agatea pancheri,
Agatea rufotomentosa,
Agatea schlechteri,
Agatea veillonii,
Agatea violaris,
Allexis batangae,
Allexis cauliflora,
Allexis obanensis,
Allexis zygomorpha,
Amphirrhox grandifolia,
Amphirrhox longifolia,
Anchietea exalata,
Anchietea frangulifolia,
Anchietea peruviana,
Anchietea pyrifolia,
Anchietea raimondii,
Anchietea selloviana,
Anchietea suma,
Anchietea ferrucciae,
Anchietea ballardii,
Calyptrion arboreum,
Calyptrion carthagenense,
Calyptrion pubescens,
Calyptrion volubile,
Decorsella paradoxa,
Fusispermum laxiflorum,
Fusispermum minutiflorum,
Fusispermum rubrolignosum,
Hybanthopsis bahiensis,
Hybanthus albus,
Hybanthus austrocaledonicus,
Hybanthus caledonicus,
Hybanthus cymulosus,
Hybanthus debilissimus,
Hybanthus domingensis,
Hybanthus durus,
Hybanthus epacroides,
Hybanthus galeottii,
Hybanthus graminifolius,
Hybanthus havanensis,
Hybanthus heterosepalus,
Hybanthus leptopus,
Hybanthus leucanthus,
Hybanthus micranthus,
Hybanthus mossamedensis,
Hybanthus paraguariensis,
Hybanthus parviflorus,