Status:
valid
Authors:
A.E.van Wyk & Mostert
Source:
ksu
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 53: 267 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395810
Common Names
- Putterlickia retrospinosa
- Putterlickia
- Retrospinosa
Description
Putterlickia retrospinosa (also called Retrospinose Putterlickia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate and green. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Putterlickia retrospinosa is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, asthma, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Putterlickia retrospinosa are small and white in color. Seed: The seeds of Putterlickia retrospinosa are small and black in color. Seedlings: The seedlings of Putterlickia retrospinosa are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Putterlickia retrospinosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not soggy. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment and should be kept out of direct sunlight. Once the cuttings have taken root, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the garden.
Where to Find Putterlickia retrospinosa
Putterlickia retrospinosa is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Putterlickia retrospinosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Putterlickia retrospinosa?
Putterlickia retrospinosa
What is the common name of Putterlickia retrospinosa?
African Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Putterlickia retrospinosa?
It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.
Species in the Putterlickia genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,
References
S.C. Mostert: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mostert' in the authors string.