Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
africanum
ID:
300451

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

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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.

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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 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1815: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.