Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.33: 161 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212069
Common Names
- Dicraeopetalum stipulare
- Stipulare Dicraeopetalum
- Stipulare's Dicraeopetalum
Synonyms
- Acosmium stipulare (Harms) Yakovlev [valid]
Description
Dicraeopetalum stipulare (also called 'Stipulate Dicraeopetalum', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry savanna, wooded grassland, and coastal bushveld.
Uses & Benefits
Dicraeopetalum stipulare is used as a traditional medicine for treating malaria, fever, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dicraeopetalum stipulare has small, yellow flowers that produce small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dicraeopetalum stipulare is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone and planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Dicraeopetalum stipulare
Dicraeopetalum stipulare is native to Africa and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in South Africa.
Dicraeopetalum stipulare FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dicraeopetalum stipulare?
Dicraeopetalum stipulare
What is the common name of Dicraeopetalum stipulare?
African Bush Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Dicraeopetalum stipulare?
Woodland and grassland
Species in the Dicraeopetalum genus
Species in the Fabaceae family