Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
freiburgensis
ID:
541575

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Weing.) G.D.Rowley

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
in Natl. Cact. Succ. J. 37: 46. 1982.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540907

Common Names

  • Freiburg Aporepiphyllum
  • Freiburg Wood-sorrel
  • Freiburg Oxalis

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Description

Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis (also called Freiburg Aporepiphyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to South Africa and grows in moist, shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis is a small, greenish-brown spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis

Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis?

Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis

What is the common name of Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis?

Freiburg Aporepiphyllum

Where is Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Aporepiphyllum genus

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Gordon Douglas Rowley (1921-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Rowley' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Weingart (1856-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weing.' in the authors string.