Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) H.P.Linder
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 486 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340226
Common Names
- Graminifolius Paw
- Kangaroo Paw
- Red-and-Green Kangaroo Paw
Synonyms
- Hypolaena foliosa Mast. [unknown]
- Hypolaena graminifolia Pillans [unknown]
- Mastersiella foliosa Gilg-Ben. [unknown]
- Restio graminifolius Kunth [unknown]
Description
Anthochortus graminifolius (also called Grass-Leaved Anthochortus, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 10 cm tall. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves with entire margins. It grows in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anthochortus graminifolius is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Anthochortus graminifolius has small white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds of Anthochortus graminifolius are small and black. Seedlings: Anthochortus graminifolius seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthochortus graminifolius is a small, succulent, perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings, and can be grown in pots or in the ground. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).
Where to Find Anthochortus graminifolius
Anthochortus graminifolius can be found in Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina.
Anthochortus graminifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthochortus graminifolius?
Anthochortus graminifolius
What is the common name of Anthochortus graminifolius?
Grass-leaved Anthochortus
What is the natural habitat of Anthochortus graminifolius?
It is found in South Africa, growing in rocky places
Species in the Anthochortus genus
Species in the Restionaceae family
Alexgeorgea ganopoda,
Alexgeorgea nitens,
Alexgeorgea subterranea,
Anarthria gracilis,
Anarthria humilis,
Anarthria laevis,
Anarthria polyphylla,
Anarthria prolifera,
Anarthria scabra,
Anthochortus capensis,
Anthochortus crinalis,
Anthochortus ecklonii,
Anthochortus graminifolius,
Anthochortus insignis,
Anthochortus laxiflorus,
Anthochortus singularis,
Aphelia brizula,
Aphelia cyperoides,
Aphelia drummondii,
Aphelia gracilis,
Aphelia nutans,
Aphelia pumilio,
Apodasmia brownii,
Apodasmia chilensis,
Apodasmia similis,
Apodasmia ceramophila,
Askidiosperma alboaristatum,
Askidiosperma alticola,
Askidiosperma andreaeanum,
Askidiosperma capitatum,
Askidiosperma chartaceum,
Askidiosperma delicatulum,
Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae,
Askidiosperma insigne,
Askidiosperma longiflorum,
Askidiosperma nitidum,
Askidiosperma paniculatum,
Askidiosperma rugosum,
Askidiosperma alticolum,
Baloskion australe,
Baloskion fimbriatum,
Baloskion gracile,
Baloskion longipes,
Baloskion pallens,
Baloskion stenocoleum,
Baloskion tenuiculme,
Baloskion tetraphyllum,
Calorophus elongatus,
Calorophus erostris,
Cannomois aristata,