Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Species:
insignis
ID:
338799

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cowley

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Burmann.: 7 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000338131

Common Names

  • Insignis African Daisy
  • Insignis African Daisy Bush
  • Insignis African Daisy Tree

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Description

Afrothismia insignis (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 insignis 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 insignis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aframomum usambarense is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Afrothismia insignis

Afrothismia insignis is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Afrothismia insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afrothismia insignis?

Afrothismia insignis

What is the common name of Afrothismia insignis?

African Ginger

What is the natural habitat of Afrothismia insignis?

Afrothismia insignis is native to tropical Africa

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,

References

Elizabeth Jill Cowley (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cowley' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:934762-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.