Status:
valid
Authors:
Goldblatt & Sebsebe
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 96: 38 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341632
Common Names
- Zygotritonia Benishangulana
- Benishangulana Zygotritonia
- Benishangulana Benishangul Zygotritonia
Description
Zygotritonia benishangulana (also called Benishangul Zygotritonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to Ethiopia. It typically grows in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Zygotritonia benishangulana is used in traditional Ethiopian medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zygotritonia benishangulana has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zygotritonia benishangulana can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Zygotritonia benishangulana
Zygotritonia benishangulana is native to Ethiopia.
Zygotritonia benishangulana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zygotritonia benishangulana?
Zygotritonia benishangulana
What is the common name of Zygotritonia benishangulana?
Benishangulana Zygotritonia
What is the natural habitat of Zygotritonia benishangulana?
Dry grasslands and rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region
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