Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
stipulare
ID:
212740

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

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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.

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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 Fabaceae family