Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harms) Lowry, G.M.Plunkett, Gostel & Frodin
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Candollea 72(2): 274. 2017 [24 Jun 2017] [epublished]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424341
Common Names
- Astropanax Urostachyus
- Urostachyus Astropanax
- Astropanax of Urostachyus
Description
Astropanax urostachyus (also called 'Urostachyus Astropanax', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas and can be found in grasslands, scrublands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Astropanax urostachyus is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used to decorate outdoor spaces and is also known for its air-purifying properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astropanax urostachyus has 5 white petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astropanax urostachyus is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Take a cutting from the plant and let it dry out for a few days. Once the cut end has calloused over, place the cutting in a pot filled with well-draining soil. Water the soil and keep it moist until the cutting has rooted. Once the cutting has rooted, reduce watering and allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Astropanax urostachyus
Astropanax urostachyus is native to Ethiopia and can be found in the dry savannah.
Astropanax urostachyus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astropanax urostachyus?
Astropanax urostachyus
What is the common name of Astropanax urostachyus?
Urostachyus Astropanax
Where is Astropanax urostachyus native to?
Congo
Species in the Astropanax genus
Astropanax abyssinicum,
Astropanax barteri,
Astropanax mannii,
Astropanax humblotianus,
Astropanax monophyllus,
Astropanax myrianthus,
Astropanax kivuensis,
Astropanax goetzenii,
Astropanax procumbens,
Astropanax stolzii,
Astropanax tessmannii,
Astropanax volkensii,
Astropanax urostachyus,
Astropanax evrardii,
Astropanax polysciadius,
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia,
Aralia apioides,
Aralia armata,
Aralia atropurpurea,
Aralia bicrenata,
Aralia bipinnata,
Aralia cachemirica,
Aralia caesia,
Aralia californica,
Aralia castanopsisicola,
Aralia chinensis,
Aralia continentalis,
Aralia cordata,
Aralia dasyphylla,
Aralia dasyphylloides,
Aralia debilis,
Aralia decaisneana,
Aralia delavayi,
Aralia echinocaulis,
Aralia elata,
Aralia excelsa,
Aralia fargesii,
Aralia ferox,
Aralia finlaysoniana,
Aralia foliolosa,
Aralia frodiniana,
Aralia gigantea,
Aralia gintungensis,
Aralia glabra,
Aralia glabrifoliolata,
Aralia henryi,
Aralia hispida,
Aralia humilis,
Aralia kansuensis,
Aralia kingdon-wardii,
Aralia leschenaultii,
Aralia malabarica,
Aralia melanocarpa,
Aralia merrillii,
Aralia mexicana,
Aralia montana,
Aralia nudicaulis,
Aralia parasitica,
Aralia plumosa,
Aralia racemosa,
Aralia regeliana,
Aralia rex,
Aralia scaberula,
Aralia scopulorum,
Aralia searelliana,