Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
silvestris
ID:
523332

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 49: 407 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522664

Common Names

  • Afrofittonia Silvestris
  • Forest Fittonia
  • Silver Nerve Plant

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Description

Afrofittonia silvestris (also called 'Wild Afrofittonia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It has glossy green leaves and produces small white flowers in the summer. It is typically found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Afrofittonia silvestris is an ornamental tree that is often used in landscaping. It produces clusters of white flowers in the spring and its leaves are a deep green color. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Afrofittonia silvestris has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afrofittonia silvestris is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Afrofittonia silvestris

Afrofittonia silvestris is native to the tropical forests of Africa and can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in exotic plants.

Afrofittonia silvestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afrofittonia silvestris?

Afrofittonia silvestris

What is the common name of Afrofittonia silvestris?

Silver-leafed Afrofittonia

Where is Afrofittonia silvestris native to?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Afrofittonia genus

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.