Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
procumbens
ID:
716460

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burch.) DC. ex Meisn.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Pl. Vasc. Gen. : 206 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715793

Common Names

  • Harpagophytum procumbens
  • Procumbent Harpagophytum
  • Procumbent Devil's Claw

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Description

Harpagophytum procumbens (also called Devil's Claw, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a rhizomatous root system. It is native to Southern Africa and is found in dry, sandy habitats such as savannas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Harpagophytum procumbens has been used for centuries as an herbal remedy to treat a variety of ailments, including arthritis, gout, and muscle pain.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Harpagophytum procumbens sub. procumbens
Harpagophytum procumbens sub. transvaalense Ihlenf. & H.E.K.Hartmann

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Harpagophytum procumbens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harpagophytum procumbens is a hardy evergreen climber that can be grown in full sun or part shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. Harpagophytum procumbens is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Harpagophytum procumbens

Harpagophytum procumbens can be found in East and Southeast Asia.

Harpagophytum procumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Harpagophytum procumbens?

Harpagophytum procumbens

What is the common name of Harpagophytum procumbens?

Devil's Claw

What type of plant is Harpagophytum procumbens?

Perennial flowering plant

Species in the Harpagophytum genus

Species in the Pedaliaceae family

Dewinteria petrophila, Harpagophytum procumbens, Harpagophytum zeyheri, Holubia saccata, Linariopsis prostrata, Linariopsis chevalieri, Pedaliodiscus macrocarpus, Pedalium murex, Pterodiscus speciosus, Pterodiscus undulatus, Pterodiscus aurantiacus, Pterodiscus brasiliensis, Pterodiscus saccatus, Pterodiscus luridus, Pterodiscus ngamicus, Pterodiscus purpureus, Pterodiscus elliottii, Pterodiscus coeruleus, Pterodiscus angustifolius, Pterodiscus ruspolii, Pterodiscus kellerianus, Pterodiscus makatiniensis, Pterodiscus cinnabarinus, Pterodiscus somanei, Rogeria adenophylla, Sesamothamnus guerichii, Sesamothamnus benguellensis, Sesamothamnus lugardii, Sesamothamnus rivae, Sesamothamnus busseanus, Sesamum schinzianum, Sesamum radiatum, Sesamum rigidum, Sesamum pedalioides, Sesamum lepidotum, Sesamum triphyllum, Sesamum prostratum, Sesamum indicum, Sesamum alatum, Sesamum angolense, Sesamum angustifolium, Sesamum calycinum, Sesamum latifolium, Sesamum abbreviatum, Sesamum capense, Sesamum marlothii, Sesamum parviflorum, Sesamum rosaceum, Sesamum imperatricis, Sesamum senecioides,

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:675824-1: 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].