Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
pygmaeum
ID:
685122

Status:
valid

Authors:
Milne-Redh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 5: 377 (1950 publ. 1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000684455

Common Names

  • Pygmaeum Exochaenium
  • Pygmaeum Exochaenium
  • Pygmaeum Exochaenium

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Description

Exochaenium pygmaeum (also called Pygmy Exochaenium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is a small shrub with white flowers and is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It grows in sandy soils in coastal areas and is often found in fynbos vegetation.

Uses & Benefits

Exochaenium pygmaeum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Exochaenium pygmaeum is small, white and fragrant. The seed is a small, smooth, black capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Exochaenium pygmaeum is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2m. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry sclerophyll forests to wetter rainforest margins. It is easily propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe material in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Exochaenium pygmaeum

Exochaenium pygmaeum is native to Ethiopia and can be found in the highlands of the country.

Exochaenium pygmaeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Exochaenium pygmaeum?

Exochaenium pygmaeum

What is the natural habitat of Exochaenium pygmaeum?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the average height of Exochaenium pygmaeum?

Up to 1.5 m

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

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