Status:
valid
Authors:
Dop
Source:
wcs
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 4: 1053 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220619
Common Names
- Karomia fragrans
- Fragrans Karomia
- Karomia's Fragrans
Description
Karomia fragrans (also called Fragrant Karomia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and grows in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Karomia fragrans is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its ability to attract birds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Karomia fragrans has small white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small with a single pair of cotyledons and a few short hairs on the stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Karomia fragrans is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or division.
Where to Find Karomia fragrans
Karomia fragrans is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrubland.
Karomia fragrans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Karomia fragrans?
Karomia fragrans
What is the family of Karomia fragrans?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Karomia fragrans?
Fragrans Karomia
Species in the Karomia genus
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,