Genlisea africana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
africana
ID:
697383
Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 9: 145 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696716
Common Names
- African Broomrape
- Genlisea africana
- African Corkscrew Plant
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Genlisea africana (also called African Corkscrew Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Plantaginaceae family. It is native to Africa and is found in wet, marshy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Genlisea africana is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food and fuel in some parts of the world. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, cold, and headache.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Genlisea africana sub. africanaFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Genlisea africana has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Genlisea africana is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 6 inches (15 cm) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in the fall after the foliage has died back. Seeds should be sown in the fall.
Where to Find Genlisea africana
Genlisea africana is native to South Africa.
Genlisea africana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Genlisea africana?
Genlisea africana
What type of plant is Genlisea africana?
Genlisea africana is a carnivorous plant.
Where does Genlisea africana grow?
Genlisea africana is native to tropical Africa.
Species in the Genlisea genus
Genlisea africana, Genlisea angolensis, Genlisea aurea, Genlisea barthlottii, Genlisea filiformis, Genlisea glabra, Genlisea glandulosissima, Genlisea guianensis, Genlisea hispidula, Genlisea lobata, Genlisea margaretae, Genlisea nigrocaulis, Genlisea oxycentron, Genlisea pallida, Genlisea pulchella, Genlisea pygmaea, Genlisea repens, Genlisea roraimensis, Genlisea sanariapoana, Genlisea stapfii, Genlisea subglabra, Genlisea uncinata, Genlisea violacea, Genlisea multiflora, Genlisea nebulicola, Genlisea oligophylla, Genlisea tuberosa, Genlisea exhibitionista, Genlisea flexuosa, Genlisea metallica,
Species in the Lentibulariaceae family
Genlisea africana, Genlisea angolensis, Genlisea aurea, Genlisea barthlottii, Genlisea filiformis, Genlisea glabra, Genlisea glandulosissima, Genlisea guianensis, Genlisea hispidula, Genlisea lobata, Genlisea margaretae, Genlisea nigrocaulis, Genlisea oxycentron, Genlisea pallida, Genlisea pulchella, Genlisea pygmaea, Genlisea repens, Genlisea roraimensis, Genlisea sanariapoana, Genlisea stapfii, Genlisea subglabra, Genlisea uncinata, Genlisea violacea, Genlisea multiflora, Genlisea nebulicola, Genlisea oligophylla, Genlisea tuberosa, Genlisea exhibitionista, Genlisea flexuosa, Genlisea metallica, Pinguicula scullyi, Pinguicula crystallina, Pinguicula crenatiloba, Pinguicula corsica, Pinguicula casabitoana, Pinguicula caryophyllacea, Pinguicula elongata, Pinguicula fontiqueriana, Pinguicula fiorii, Pinguicula filifolia, Pinguicula dertosensis, Pinguicula algida, Pinguicula albida, Pinguicula vulgaris, Pinguicula villosa, Pinguicula spathulata, Pinguicula vallisneriifolia, Pinguicula bissei, Pinguicula benedicta, Pinguicula balcanica,
References
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:526337-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].