Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Mey.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr. : 253 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523285
Common Names
- Agathelpis mucronata
- Mucronate Agathelpis
- Mucronate
Description
Agathelpis mucronata (also called Mucronate Agathelpis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the heath family. It is native to Brazil. It is found in moist, sandy soils in flatwoods, savannas, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Agathelpis mucronata is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agathelpis mucronata has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agathelpis mucronata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Agathelpis mucronata
Agathelpis mucronata is native to South Africa and can be found in the Northern Cape Province.
Agathelpis mucronata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agathelpis mucronata?
Agathelpis mucronata
What is the family of Agathelpis mucronata?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Agathelpis mucronata?
Mucronate Agathelpis
Species in the Agathelpis genus
Species in the Plantaginaceae family
Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum,
Adenosma annamense,
Adenosma bracteosum,
Adenosma camphoratum,
Adenosma cordifolium,
Adenosma debilis,
Adenosma elsholtzioides,
Adenosma glutinosum,
Adenosma hirsutum,
Adenosma indianum,
Adenosma inopinatum,
Adenosma javanicum,
Adenosma macrophyllum,
Adenosma malabaricum,
Adenosma microcephalum,
Adenosma muelleri,
Adenosma nelsonioides,
Adenosma papuana,
Adenosma punctata,
Adenosma retusilobum,
Adenosma subrepens,
Adenosma ternata,
Adenosma thorelii,
Agathelpis adunca,
Agathelpis brevifolia,
Agathelpis mucronata,
Albraunia foveopilosa,
Albraunia fugax,
Albraunia psilosperma,
Anamaria heterophylla,
Anarrhinum bellidifolium,
Anarrhinum corsicum,
Anarrhinum duriminium,
Anarrhinum forsskaolii,
Anarrhinum fruticosum,
Anarrhinum intermedium,
Anarrhinum laxiflorum,
Anarrhinum longipedicellatum,
Anarrhinum orientale,
Anarrhinum pedatum,
Anarrhinum forskaohlii,
Ancistrostylis harmandii,
Angelonia acuminatissima,
Angelonia alternifolia,
Angelonia angustifolia,
Angelonia arguta,
Angelonia biflora,
Angelonia bisaccata,
Angelonia blanchetii,
Angelonia campestris,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:813019-1: 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].