Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
afzeliana
ID:
557421

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 37: 86 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556753

Common Names

  • Atroxima afzeliana
  • Afzelian Atroxima
  • Afzelian Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Atroxima congolana E.M.A.Petit [unknown]
  • Atroxima macrostachya Stapf [unknown]
  • Atroxima zenkeri Stapf [unknown]
  • Carpolobia afzeliana Oliv. ex Chodat [unknown]
  • Carpolobia macrostachya Chodat [unknown]
  • Carpolobia zenkeri Gürke ex Stapf [unknown]
  • Carpolobia afzeliana Oliv. [unknown]

Description

Atroxima afzeliana (also called Afzelius' atroxima, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a bushy growth habit and is characterized by its grey-green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in arid and semi-arid habitats, such as steppes, deserts, and saline soils.

Uses & Benefits

Atroxima afzeliana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atroxima afzeliana has small, white flowers that are clustered in small spikes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atroxima afzeliana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.

Where to Find Atroxima afzeliana

Atroxima afzeliana is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Atroxima afzeliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atroxima afzeliana?

Atroxima afzeliana

What is the common name of Atroxima afzeliana?

Afzelian Atroxima

What is the natural habitat of Atroxima afzeliana?

Atroxima afzeliana is found in dry, sandy soils and is native to Africa.

Species in the Atroxima genus

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2666003: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.