Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
rhizantha
ID:
338795

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 48: 51 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000338127

Common Names

  • African Daisy
  • African Daisy Bush
  • African Daisy Tree

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Synonyms

  • Calathea rhizantha K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Afrocalathea rhizantha (also called False Cardamom, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Afrocalathea rhizantha is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a spice in many cuisines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Afrocalathea rhizantha is white or yellow in color and has a tubular shape. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afrocalathea rhizantha is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy stem and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot filled with moist potting soil and cover with a plastic bag to maintain humidity. Place the pot in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Afrocalathea rhizantha

Afrocalathea rhizantha is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Afrocalathea rhizantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afrocalathea rhizantha?

Afrocalathea rhizantha

What is the common name of Afrocalathea rhizantha?

African Ginger

What is the natural habitat of Afrocalathea rhizantha?

Afrocalathea rhizantha is native to tropical Africa

Species in the Afrocalathea genus

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

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