Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
africanus
ID:
1414855

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Salmaki & Siadati

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Taxon 67(4): 779. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427320

Common Names

  • Pseudodictamnus africanus
  • Africanus Pseudodictamnus
  • Africanus

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Description

Pseudodictamnus africanus (also called Africanus Pseudodictamnus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall and is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudodictamnus africanus is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, dysentery, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudodictamnus africanus has small, white flowers that are tubular in shape and have a long, protruding stigma. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudodictamnus africanus is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Pseudodictamnus africanus

Pseudodictamnus africanus is native to Africa and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Pseudodictamnus africanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudodictamnus africanus?

Pseudodictamnus africanus

What is the common name of Pseudodictamnus africanus?

African Pseudodictamnus

What is the natural habitat of Pseudodictamnus africanus?

Forests and scrublands

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

IPNI record: 77191002-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001428532
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Y. Salmaki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salmaki' in the authors string.
Soudeh Siadati: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siadati' in the authors string.