Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
affinis
ID:
443438

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 32:143. (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442770



Common Names

  • Hornstedtia Affinis
  • Affinis Hornstedtia
  • Affinis Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Amomum phaeochoanum K.Schum. [valid]
  • Hornstedtia phaeochoana (K.Schum.) K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Hornstedtia affinis (also called 'Affinis Hornstedtia', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South Africa. It has small, lance-shaped leaves and produces white or pink flowers in the summer. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and can be found in meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Hornstedtia affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hornstedtia affinis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hornstedtia affinis is a succulent plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix in the spring or summer. The soil should be kept moist until the seeds have germinated.

Where to Find Hornstedtia affinis

Hornstedtia affinis is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in coastal areas, dunes, and rocky slopes. It can be found in Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Croatia, Greece, Turkey, and Morocco.

Hornstedtia affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hornstedtia affinis?

Hornstedtia affinis

What is the common name of Hornstedtia affinis?

Affinis Hornstedtia

Where is Hornstedtia affinis native to?

India

Species in the Hornstedtia genus

Hornstedtia affinis, Hornstedtia beccarii, Hornstedtia conica, Hornstedtia conoidea, Hornstedtia cyathifera, Hornstedtia deliana, Hornstedtia elongata, Hornstedtia gracilis, Hornstedtia hainanensis, Hornstedtia havilandii, Hornstedtia incana, Hornstedtia irosinensis, Hornstedtia leonurus, Hornstedtia longipes, Hornstedtia lophophora, Hornstedtia microcheila, Hornstedtia minor, Hornstedtia minuta, Hornstedtia mollis, Hornstedtia paludosa, Hornstedtia parviflora, Hornstedtia peninsularis, Hornstedtia pininga, Hornstedtia propinqua, Hornstedtia pusilla, Hornstedtia reticosa, Hornstedtia reticulata, Hornstedtia rubra, Hornstedtia rumphii, Hornstedtia sanhan, Hornstedtia scottiana, Hornstedtia scyphifera, Hornstedtia striolata, Hornstedtia subviridis, Hornstedtia tomentosa, Hornstedtia triloba, Hornstedtia putih, Hornstedtia merahjambu, Hornstedtia bella, Hornstedtia garbosa,

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

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