Status:
valid
Authors:
Kalkman
Source:
ksu
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Fl. Males. 6: 245 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429136
Common Names
- Xylonymus versteeghii
- Versteeghii
- Xylonymus
Description
Xylonymus versteeghii (also called African Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa and Namibia. It is found in grassland, scrubland, and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Xylonymus versteeghii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an insect repellent and to treat skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Xylonymus versteeghii has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Xylonymus versteeghii is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Xylonymus versteeghii
Xylonymus versteeghii is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Xylonymus versteeghii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xylonymus versteeghii?
Xylonymus versteeghii
What is the common name of Xylonymus versteeghii?
Versteegh's Xylonymus
Where does Xylonymus versteeghii grow?
It grows in the Mediterranean region of Europe
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Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
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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,
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Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
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Celastrus australis,
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Celastrus cuneatus,
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