Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tanzanicum
ID:
1325583

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eb.Fisch., Schäferh. & Kai Müll.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 43: 222 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338037

Common Names

  • Craterostigma Tanzanicum
  • Tanzanicum Craterostigma
  • Tanzanicum Ethiopian-Plant

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Description

Craterostigma tanzanicum (also called Tanzanian Craterostigma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has small, white flowers and long, thin leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in wetlands and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Craterostigma tanzanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Craterostigma tanzanicum has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, with round, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Craterostigma tanzanicum is a low-growing, spreading plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagate by seed or division.

Where to Find Craterostigma tanzanicum

Craterostigma tanzanicum is native to East Africa and is found in dry forests and open areas.

Craterostigma tanzanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Craterostigma tanzanicum?

Craterostigma tanzanicum

What is the common name of Craterostigma tanzanicum?

Tanzanian Craterostigma

Where is Craterostigma tanzanicum native to?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Linderniaceae family

Artanema bantamense, Artanema fimbriatum, Artanema longifolium, Bampsia lawalreana, Bampsia symoensiana, Bonnaya antipoda, Bonnaya ciliata, Bonnaya multiflora, Bonnaya oppositifolia, Bonnaya ruellioides, Bonnaya tenuifolia, Bonnaya veronicifolia, Bonnaya cephalantha, Bonnaya succosa, Bonnaya zanzibarica, Bonnaya sanpabloensis, Bonnaya cowiei, Bonnaya aculeata, Bonnaya milindii, Bonnaya gracilis, Bonnaya peduncularis, Craterostigma alatum, Craterostigma hirsutum, Craterostigma lanceolatum, Craterostigma lindernioides, Craterostigma longicarpum, Craterostigma plantagineum, Craterostigma pumilum, Craterostigma purpureum, Craterostigma smithii, Craterostigma wilmsii, Craterostigma wilmsii, Craterostigma abyssinicum, Craterostigma angolense, Craterostigma engleri, Craterostigma gossweileri, Craterostigma kigomense, Craterostigma newtonii, Craterostigma niamniamense, Craterostigma nummulariifolium, Craterostigma stuhlmannii, Craterostigma sudanicum, Craterostigma syncerus, Craterostigma tanzanicum, Craterostigma yaundense, Craterostigma sessiliflorum, Craterostigma pusillum, Craterostigma loitense, Crepidorhopalon affinis, Crepidorhopalon alatocalycinus,

References

Eberhard Fischer (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eb.Fisch.' in the authors string.
Bastian Schäferhoff (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schäferh.' in the authors string.
Kai Müller (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kai Müll.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77135758-1: 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].