Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
afzelii
ID:
242147

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Wochenbl. 7: 399 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241479

Common Names

  • Anubias afzelii
  • African Water Fern
  • River Fern

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Description

Anubias afzelii (also called African fern, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant with thick, leathery leaves and creeping rhizomes. It is native to tropical Africa and is commonly found in slow-moving or still water, such as ponds, streams, and lakes.

Uses & Benefits

Anubias afzelii can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, and as a source of fiber for making rope and baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anubias afzelii are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anubias afzelii is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Anubias afzelii

Anubias afzelii is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Madagascar, Kenya, and Tanzania. It can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Anubias afzelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anubias afzelii?

Anubias afzelii

What is the common name of Anubias afzelii?

African Water Fern

What is the natural habitat of Anubias afzelii?

Anubias afzelii is native to Africa and is found in moist grasslands, rivers, and streams.

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

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