Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f. ex Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 465 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299783
Common Names
- Achyrospermum africanum
- African Achyrospermum
- Aethiopic Achyrospermum
Synonyms
- Ocimum peulhorum A.Chev. [unknown]
- Achyrospermum peulhorum (A.Chev.) E.A.Bruce [unknown]
Description
Achyrospermum africanum (also called Africanum, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America and prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Achyrospermum africanum is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber which is used for construction and furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Achyrospermum africanum has white, star-shaped flowers with four petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Achyrospermum africanum is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.
Where to Find Achyrospermum africanum
Achyrospermum africanum is native to tropical Africa.
Achyrospermum africanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Achyrospermum africanum?
Achyrospermum africanum
What is the common name of Achyrospermum africanum?
African Achyrospermum
What is the natural habitat of Achyrospermum africanum?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Achyrospermum genus
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,