Status:
valid
Authors:
(Decne.) N.E.Br.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 4(1): 263 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411459
Common Names
- Tacazzea rosmarinifolia
- Rosmarinifoliate Tacazzea
- Rosmarinifoliate False Parsley
Synonyms
- Tacazzea oleander S.Moore [unknown]
- Tacazzea salicina Schltr. [unknown]
- Aechmolepis rosmarinifolia Decne. [unknown]
Description
Tacazzea rosmarinifolia (also called Rosemary-leaved tacazzea, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a woody stem and small white flowers. It is native to India and is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tacazzea rosmarinifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control. It is known to be drought tolerant and can be used to create a hedge or border in a garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tacazzea rosmarinifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tacazzea rosmarinifolia is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is found in dry, open, sunny areas, and is native to India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. It can be propagated from seed, and prefers well-drained, sandy soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures up to 40°C (104°F).
Where to Find Tacazzea rosmarinifolia
Tacazzea rosmarinifolia is native to Africa and can be found in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Tacazzea rosmarinifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tacazzea rosmarinifolia?
Tacazzea rosmarinifolia
What is the common name of Tacazzea rosmarinifolia?
Tacazzea
What type of plant is Tacazzea rosmarinifolia?
Herb
Species in the Tacazzea genus
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,