Status:
valid
Authors:
Pierre
Source:
cmp
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. , Nachtr. 2: 49 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538305
Common Names
- Anopyxis klaineana
- Klaine's Anopyxis
- Klaine's Wild Cotton
Synonyms
- Pynaertia occidentalis A.Chev. [unknown]
- Anopyxis ealaensis Sprague [unknown]
- Anopyxis occidentalis A.Chev. [unknown]
- Macarisia klaineana Pierre [unknown]
- Pynaertia ealaensis De Wild. [unknown]
Description
Anopyxis klaineana (also called Klaine's water-starwort, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to Europe and western Asia. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with creeping rhizomes and erect stems. It grows in shallow water or on wet soil in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, bogs, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Anopyxis klaineana is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anopyxis klaineana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, three-angled nut. The seedlings are small, with two narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anopyxis klaineana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Anopyxis klaineana
Anopyxis klaineana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky habitats.
Anopyxis klaineana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anopyxis klaineana?
Anopyxis klaineana
What is the common name of Anopyxis klaineana?
Klaine's Anopyxis
What is the natural habitat of Anopyxis klaineana?
Dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Anopyxis genus
Species in the Rhizophoraceae family
Anopyxis klaineana,
Blepharistemma membranifolium,
Bruguiera cylindrica,
Bruguiera exaristata,
Bruguiera gymnorhiza,
Bruguiera hainesii,
Bruguiera parviflora,
Bruguiera sexangula,
Bruguiera rhynchopetala,
Bruguieria rhedii,
Carallia borneensis,
Carallia brachiata,
Carallia calophylloidea,
Carallia calycina,
Carallia coriifolia,
Carallia eugenioidea,
Carallia garciniifolia,
Carallia hulstijnii,
Carallia longipes,
Carallia orophila,
Carallia papuana,
Carallia paucinervia,
Carallia pectinifolia,
Carallia suffruticosa,
Cassipourea alternifolia,
Cassipourea nana,
Cassipourea ndambiana,
Cassipourea adamauensis,
Cassipourea adami,
Cassipourea afzelii,
Cassipourea annobonensis,
Cassipourea barteri,
Cassipourea calimensis,
Cassipourea carringtoniana,
Cassipourea celastroides,
Cassipourea ceylanica,
Cassipourea congensis,
Cassipourea delphinensis,
Cassipourea dinklagei,
Cassipourea eketensis,
Cassipourea elliptica,
Cassipourea ellipticifolia,
Cassipourea euryoides,
Cassipourea evrardii,
Cassipourea fanshawei,
Cassipourea firestoneana,
Cassipourea flanaganii,
Cassipourea floribunda,
Cassipourea glomerata,
Cassipourea gossweileri,