Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
latifolia
ID:
517450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(1): 29 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000516782

Common Names

  • Latifolia Acmanthera
  • Wide-Leaved Acmanthera
  • Acmanthera Latifolia

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Synonyms

  • Pterandra latifolia A.Juss. [unknown]

Description

Acmanthera latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Acmanthera, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to the Western Cape province of South Africa and is found in rocky, sandy, and clay soils in coastal and mountain habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acmanthera latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acmanthera latifolia is white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acmanthera latifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Acmanthera latifolia

Acmanthera latifolia can be found in the Western Cape region of South Africa.

Acmanthera latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acmanthera latifolia?

Acmanthera latifolia

What is the common name of Acmanthera latifolia?

Broad-leaved Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Acmanthera latifolia?

Grasslands and rocky slopes

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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