Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
insignis
ID:
340895

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mast.) H.P.Linder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 487 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340227

Common Names

  • Insignis Paw
  • Kangaroo Paw
  • Red-and-Green Kangaroo Paw

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Synonyms

  • Phyllocomos insignis Mast. [unknown]

Description

Anthochortus insignis (also called Showy 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 insignis 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 insignis has small white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds of Anthochortus insignis are small and black. Seedlings: Anthochortus insignis seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthochortus insignis 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 insignis

Anthochortus insignis can be found in Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina.

Anthochortus insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthochortus insignis?

Anthochortus insignis

What is the common name of Anthochortus insignis?

Striking Anthochortus

What is the natural habitat of Anthochortus insignis?

It is found in South Africa, growing in rocky places

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-220447: Based on the initial data import
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.