Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
lacei
ID:
899678

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raizada

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Indian Forester 68: 363 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000899013

Common Names

  • Aganosma lacei
  • Lace's Aganosma
  • Lace Aganosma

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Description

Aganosma lacei (also called Lace's Aganosma, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It grows in meadows, pastures, and grasslands, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its evergreen leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Aganosma lacei is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhoea, and skin diseases. It is also used as a source of timber for making furniture and construction materials.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aganosma lacei is a small, yellowish-white flower. The seed is a small, dark brown seed that is about 1-2 mm in size. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Aganosma lacei: This species is best grown in full sun in moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and will germinate in 1-2 weeks. Transplant the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in the cold frame for their first winter. Plant out in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Aganosma lacei

Aganosma lacei can be found in South America.

Aganosma lacei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aganosma lacei?

Aganosma lacei

What is the common name of Aganosma lacei?

Lace's aganosma

Where does Aganosma lacei grow?

Aganosma lacei is native to the Caribbean region, but can be found in other parts of the world as well.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-4422: Based on the initial data import
Mukat Behari Raizada (1907-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raizada' in the authors string.