Vitex zanzibarensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vatke
Source:
wcs
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 43: 533 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333557
Common Names
- Zanzibarensis Vitex
- Vitex Zanzibarensis
- Zanzibarensis Vitex
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- Vitex bunguensis Moldenke [unknown]
Description
Vitex zanzibarensis (also called Zanzibar Chaste Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Verbenaceae family. It is native to Africa. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Vitex zanzibarensis is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vitex zanzibarensis has small, white to pale blue flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, while the seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vitex zanzibarensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Vitex zanzibarensis
Vitex zanzibarensis can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.
Vitex zanzibarensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vitex zanzibarensis?
Vitex zanzibarensis
What is the common name of Vitex zanzibarensis?
Zanzibarensis Vitex
Where does Vitex zanzibarensis grow?
Vitex zanzibarensis is native to tropical Africa.
Species in the Vitex genus
Vitex acuminata, Vitex acunae, Vitex agelaeifolia, Vitex agnus-castus, Vitex ajugiflora, Vitex altissima, Vitex amaniensis, Vitex angolensis, Vitex aurea, Vitex befotakensis, Vitex benuensis, Vitex beraviensis, Vitex betsiliensis, Vitex bogalensis, Vitex bojeri, Vitex bracteata, Vitex brevilabiata, Vitex brevipetiolata, Vitex buchananii, Vitex burmensis, Vitex caespitosa, Vitex calothyrsa, Vitex canescens, Vitex capitata, Vitex carbunculorum, Vitex cauliflora, Vitex cestroides, Vitex chrysleriana, Vitex chrysocarpa, Vitex chrysomallum, Vitex ciliata, Vitex clementis, Vitex cochinchinensis, Vitex cofassus, Vitex collina, Vitex colombiensis, Vitex compressa, Vitex congolensis, Vitex cooperi, Vitex coursi, Vitex cuspidata, Vitex cymosa, Vitex degeneriana, Vitex dinklagei, Vitex discoideo-glandulosa, Vitex divaricata, Vitex diversifolia, Vitex djumaensis, Vitex doniana, Vitex duckei,
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-213889: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.