Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
singularis
ID:
340897

Status:
valid

Authors:
Esterh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 56: 454 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340229

Common Names

  • Singularis Paw
  • Kangaroo Paw
  • Red-and-Green Kangaroo Paw

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Description

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthochortus singularis 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 singularis

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

Anthochortus singularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthochortus singularis?

Anthochortus singularis

What is the common name of Anthochortus singularis?

Single Anthochortus

What is the natural habitat of Anthochortus singularis?

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,

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