Status:
valid
Authors:
Brenan
Source:
wcs
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 15: 222 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339775
Common Names
- Aneilema chrysopogon
- Golden-Bearded Aneilema
- Golden-Bearded False Spiderwort
Description
Aneilema chrysopogon (also called Golden-haired Aneilema, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Aneilema chrysopogon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, rheumatism, and urinary tract infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aneilema chrysopogon has yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aneilema chrysopogon is a perennial herb that grows in a variety of habitats, from dry to moist soils. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Aneilema chrysopogon
Aneilema chrysopogon can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Aneilema chrysopogon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aneilema chrysopogon?
Aneilema chrysopogon
What is the common name of Aneilema chrysopogon?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Aneilema chrysopogon?
Found in wet forests in Central America
Species in the Aneilema genus
Aneilema acuminatum,
Aneilema aequinoctiale,
Aneilema alatum,
Aneilema angolense,
Aneilema aparine,
Aneilema arenicola,
Aneilema benadirense,
Aneilema beniniense,
Aneilema biflorum,
Aneilema brasiliense,
Aneilema brenanianum,
Aneilema brunneospermum,
Aneilema calceolus,
Aneilema chrysopogon,
Aneilema clarkei,
Aneilema dispermum,
Aneilema dregeanum,
Aneilema forskaolii,
Aneilema gillettii,
Aneilema grandibracteolatum,
Aneilema hirtum,
Aneilema hockii,
Aneilema homblei,
Aneilema indehiscens,
Aneilema johnstonii,
Aneilema lamuense,
Aneilema lanceolatum,
Aneilema leiocaule,
Aneilema longicapsum,
Aneilema longirrhizum,
Aneilema macrorrhizum,
Aneilema mortonii,
Aneilema neocaledonicum,
Aneilema nicholsonii,
Aneilema nyasense,
Aneilema obbiadense,
Aneilema paludosum,
Aneilema pedunculosum,
Aneilema petersii,
Aneilema plagiocapsum,
Aneilema pomeridianum,
Aneilema pusillum,
Aneilema recurvatum,
Aneilema rendlei,
Aneilema richardsiae,
Aneilema schlechteri,
Aneilema sclerocarpum,
Aneilema sebitense,
Aneilema setiferum,
Aneilema siliculosum,
Species in the Commelinaceae family
Aetheolirion stenolobium,
Amischotolype glabrata,
Amischotolype gracilis,
Amischotolype griffithii,
Amischotolype hispida,
Amischotolype hookeri,
Amischotolype irritans,
Amischotolype laxiflora,
Amischotolype marginata,
Amischotolype mollissima,
Amischotolype monosperma,
Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza,
Amischotolype tenuis,
Amischotolype barbarossa,
Amischotolype divaricata,
Amischotolype dolichandra,
Amischotolype hirsuta,
Amischotolype leiocarpa,
Amischotolype lobata,
Amischotolype parvifructa,
Amischotolype pedicellata,
Amischotolype rostrata,
Amischotolype strigosa,
Amischotolype welzeniana,
Aneilema acuminatum,
Aneilema aequinoctiale,
Aneilema alatum,
Aneilema angolense,
Aneilema aparine,
Aneilema arenicola,
Aneilema benadirense,
Aneilema beniniense,
Aneilema biflorum,
Aneilema brasiliense,
Aneilema brenanianum,
Aneilema brunneospermum,
Aneilema calceolus,
Aneilema chrysopogon,
Aneilema clarkei,
Aneilema dispermum,
Aneilema dregeanum,
Aneilema forskaolii,
Aneilema gillettii,
Aneilema grandibracteolatum,
Aneilema hirtum,
Aneilema hockii,
Aneilema homblei,
Aneilema indehiscens,
Aneilema johnstonii,
Aneilema lamuense,