Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 372 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000762573
Common Names
- Butomus Umbellatus
- Umbellatus Butomus
- Umbel-Like Butomus
Description
Butomus umbellatus (also called Umbel butomus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with thick, fleshy leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Western Cape of South Africa and grows in fynbos and renosterveld habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Butomus umbellatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in the treatment of fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Butomus umbellatus has a small yellow flower with three petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Butomus umbellatus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in the same soil mix.
Where to Find Butomus umbellatus
Butomus umbellatus is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Sichuan, and Yunnan.
Butomus umbellatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Butomus umbellatus?
Butomus umbellatus
What is the common name of Butomus umbellatus?
Umbellate Butomus
What is the natural habitat of Butomus umbellatus?
Butomus umbellatus is found in wetland areas in the south-west of Western Australia.
Species in the Butomus genus
Species in the Butomaceae family