Status:
valid
Authors:
Cheek
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 58: 951 (2003 publ. 2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000338128
Common Names
- Baer's African Daisy
- Baer's African Daisy Bush
- Baer's African Daisy Tree
Description
Afrothismia baerae (also called False Cardamom, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Afrothismia baerae is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a spice in many cuisines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Afrothismia baerae is white or yellow in color and has a tubular shape. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Afrothismia baerae is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy stem and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot filled with moist potting soil and cover with a plastic bag to maintain humidity. Place the pot in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Afrothismia baerae
Afrothismia baerae is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.
Afrothismia baerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Afrothismia baerae?
Afrothismia baerae
What is the common name of Afrothismia baerae?
African Ginger
What is the natural habitat of Afrothismia baerae?
Afrothismia baerae is native to tropical Africa
Species in the Afrothismia genus
Afrothismia baerae,
Afrothismia foertheriana,
Afrothismia gesnerioides,
Afrothismia insignis,
Afrothismia pachyantha,
Afrothismia saingei,
Afrothismia winkleri,
Afrothismia hydra,
Afrothismia korupensis,
Afrothismia mhoroana,
Afrothismia amietii,
Afrothismia zambesiaca,
Afrothismia fungiformis,
Afrothismia pusilla,
Afrothismia kupensis,
Species in the Burmanniaceae family
Afrothismia baerae,
Afrothismia foertheriana,
Afrothismia gesnerioides,
Afrothismia insignis,
Afrothismia pachyantha,
Afrothismia saingei,
Afrothismia winkleri,
Afrothismia hydra,
Afrothismia korupensis,
Afrothismia mhoroana,
Afrothismia amietii,
Afrothismia zambesiaca,
Afrothismia fungiformis,
Afrothismia pusilla,
Afrothismia kupensis,
Apteria aphylla,
Burmannia alba,
Burmannia aprica,
Burmannia australis,
Burmannia bicolor,
Burmannia bifaria,
Burmannia biflora,
Burmannia candelabrum,
Burmannia candida,
Burmannia capitata,
Burmannia championii,
Burmannia chinensis,
Burmannia cochinchinensis,
Burmannia coelestis,
Burmannia compacta,
Burmannia connata,
Burmannia cryptopetala,
Burmannia damazii,
Burmannia dasyantha,
Burmannia disticha,
Burmannia engganensis,
Burmannia filamentosa,
Burmannia flava,
Burmannia foliosa,
Burmannia geelvinkiana,
Burmannia gracilis,
Burmannia grandiflora,
Burmannia hexaptera,
Burmannia indica,
Burmannia itoana,
Burmannia jonkeri,
Burmannia juncea,
Burmannia kalbreyeri,
Burmannia larseniana,
Burmannia latialata,