Andersonia axilliflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
axilliflora
ID:
534589
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Stschegl.) Druce
Source:
cmp
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 4: 604 (1916 publ. 1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533921
Common Names
- Andersonia axilliflora
- Axilliflora Andersonia
- Axilliflora Andersonia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Sphincterostoma axilliflorum Stschegl. [valid]
- Sprengelia colossea F.Muell. [valid]
- Andersonia colossea F.Muell. [valid]
Description
Andersonia axilliflora (also called Axillary Andersonia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, sunny habitats, such as riverbanks, roadsides and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Andersonia axilliflora is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Andersonia axilliflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Andersonia axilliflora is a perennial herb with a woody base. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location in the spring. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Andersonia axilliflora
Andersonia axilliflora is native to South Africa.
Andersonia axilliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andersonia axilliflora?
Andersonia axilliflora
What is the common name of Andersonia axilliflora?
Andersonia
What is the family of Andersonia axilliflora?
Asteraceae
Species in the Andersonia genus
Andersonia annelsii, Andersonia aristata, Andersonia auriculata, Andersonia axilliflora, Andersonia barbata, Andersonia bifida, Andersonia brachyanthera, Andersonia brevifolia, Andersonia caerulea, Andersonia carinata, Andersonia echinocephala, Andersonia ferricola, Andersonia geniculata, Andersonia gracilis, Andersonia grandiflora, Andersonia hammersleyana, Andersonia heterophylla, Andersonia involucrata, Andersonia latiflora, Andersonia lehmanniana, Andersonia longifolia, Andersonia macranthera, Andersonia micrantha, Andersonia parvifolia, Andersonia pauciflora, Andersonia pinaster, Andersonia redolens, Andersonia setifolia, Andersonia simplex, Andersonia sprengelioides,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Sergei Sergeyevich Sheglejev (1820-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stschegl.' in the authors string.