Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
aethiopicum
ID:
220215

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1058 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219544

Common Names

  • Aethiopicum Anthospermum
  • Anthospermum Aethiopicum
  • Ethiopian Anthospermum

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Synonyms

  • Anthospermum aethiopicum ternifolium Cruse [valid]
  • Anthospermum ambrosiacum Moench [valid]
  • Anthospermum aromaticum Salisb. [illegitimate]
  • Anthospermum crispum F.Dietr. [valid]

Description

Anthospermum aethiopicum (also called 'African Physic Nut', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry, rocky soils. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Anthospermum aethiopicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthospermum aethiopicum is yellow with five petals and a star-like shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthospermum aethiopicum is a shrub or small tree native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Anthospermum aethiopicum

Anthospermum aethiopicum is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and Somalia. It is found in dry and semi-arid areas, often in disturbed habitats.

Anthospermum aethiopicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthospermum aethiopicum?

Anthospermum aethiopicum

What is the common name of Anthospermum aethiopicum?

Aethiopicum Anthospermum

Where is Anthospermum aethiopicum native to?

Central America

Species in the Anthospermum genus

Anthospermum aethiopicum, Anthospermum ammannioides, Anthospermum asperuloides, Anthospermum basuticum, Anthospermum bergianum, Anthospermum bicorne, Anthospermum comptonii, Anthospermum dregei, Anthospermum emirnense, Anthospermum ericifolium, Anthospermum esterhuysenianum, Anthospermum galioides, Anthospermum galpinii, Anthospermum herbaceum, Anthospermum hirtum, Anthospermum hispidulum, Anthospermum ibityense, Anthospermum isaloense, Anthospermum littoreum, Anthospermum longisepalum, Anthospermum madagascariense, Anthospermum monticola, Anthospermum pachyrrhizum, Anthospermum palustre, Anthospermum paniculatum, Anthospermum perrieri, Anthospermum prostratum, Anthospermum rigidum, Anthospermum rosmarinus, Anthospermum spathulatum, Anthospermum streyi, Anthospermum ternatum, Anthospermum thymoides, Anthospermum usambarense, Anthospermum vallicola, Anthospermum villosicarpum, Anthospermum welwitschii, Anthospermum whyteanum, Anthospermum zimbabwense, Anthospermum ammanioides,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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