Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 430 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011387
Common Names
- Stomatanthes africanus
- African Stomatanthes
- African Daisy
Synonyms
- Vernonia malosana Baker [unknown]
- Eupatorium africanum Oliv. & Hieron. [unknown]
- Eupatorium africanum Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
- Vernonia humilis C.H.Wright [unknown]
Description
Stomatanthes africanus (also called African Stomatanthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Africa. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 m tall, with yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in open areas, such as pastures and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Stomatanthes africanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a natural remedy for fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stomatanthes africanus has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stomatanthes africanus is a perennial plant that is propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Stomatanthes africanus
Stomatanthes africanus is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Stomatanthes africanus FAQ
What are the common names of Stomatanthes africanus?
Stomatanthes africanus is commonly known as African Toothbrush Tree.
What is the natural habitat of Stomatanthes africanus?
Stomatanthes africanus is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforests, riverine forests, and swamp forests.
What are the uses of Stomatanthes africanus?
Stomatanthes africanus is used for its medicinal properties and as a source of timber.
Species in the Stomatanthes genus
Stomatanthes subcapitatus,
Stomatanthes hirsutus,
Stomatanthes africanus,
Stomatanthes corumbensis,
Stomatanthes oblongifolius,
Stomatanthes dentatus,
Stomatanthes pernambucensis,
Stomatanthes meyeri,
Stomatanthes reticulatus,
Stomatanthes dyctiophyllus,
Stomatanthes helenae,
Stomatanthes trigonus,
Stomatanthes warmingii,
Stomatanthes loefgrenii,
Stomatanthes pinnatipartitus,
Stomatanthes oblongifolius,
Stomatanthes polycephalus,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,