Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
androsacea
ID:
539596

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Marloth & Schwantes) H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
in Bothalia 28: 70. 1998.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538928

Common Names

  • Man-like Antimima
  • Man-like Antimima
  • Antimima androsacea

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum androsaceum N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Ruschia androsacea Marloth & Schwantes [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum androsaceum Marloth ex Schwantes [illegitimate]
  • Ruschia androsacea Schwantes [illegitimate]

Description

Antimima androsacea (also called Male-flower Antimima, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry, open woodlands and savannas. The leaves are oblong and lanceolate with a leathery texture and the flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Antimima androsacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it contains compounds that can be used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antimima androsacea is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antimima androsacea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or early summer for best results.

Where to Find Antimima androsacea

Antimima androsacea can be found in South Africa.

Antimima androsacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antimima androsacea?

Antimima androsacea

What is the natural habitat of Antimima androsacea?

Tropical and subtropical climates

What is the average height of Antimima androsacea?

2-3 meters

Species in the Antimima genus

Antimima addita, Antimima alborubra, Antimima amoena, Antimima androsacea, Antimima argentea, Antimima aurasensis, Antimima biformis, Antimima bina, Antimima bracteata, Antimima brevicarpa, Antimima brevicollis, Antimima buchubergensis, Antimima compacta, Antimima compressa, Antimima concinna, Antimima condensa, Antimima dasyphylla, Antimima defecta, Antimima dekenahi, Antimima distans, Antimima dolomitica, Antimima dualis, Antimima eendornensis, Antimima elevata, Antimima emarcescens, Antimima erosa, Antimima evoluta, Antimima excedens, Antimima exsurgens, Antimima fenestrata, Antimima fergusoniae, Antimima gracillima, Antimima granitica, Antimima hallii, Antimima hamatilis, Antimima hantamensis, Antimima herrei, Antimima insidens, Antimima intervallaris, Antimima ivori, Antimima karroidea, Antimima klaverensis, Antimima koekenaapensis, Antimima komkansica, Antimima lawsonii, Antimima leipoldtii, Antimima leucanthera, Antimima limbata, Antimima lodewykii, Antimima loganii,

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Rudolf Marloth (1855-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marloth' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000538928: Based on the initial data import