Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ericifolium
ID:
220640

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3(2): 117 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219969

Common Names

  • Anthospermum ericifolium
  • Ericifolium Physic Nut
  • Ericifolium Barbados Nut

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Synonyms

  • Anthospermum lichtensteinii Cruse [illegitimate]
  • Spermacoce ericifolia Licht. ex Roem. & Schult. [valid]

Description

Anthospermum ericifolium (also called yellow-flowered jatropha, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of South Africa. It has yellow flowers and small, glossy leaves. It grows in dry, tropical climates and is often found in open woodland areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anthospermum ericifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a high drought tolerance and can be used as a windbreak. The plant has a high oil content and can be used to make biodiesel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthospermum ericifolium is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are green in color and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthospermum ericifolium is a shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 2–3 m. It is propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 15 cm tall.

Where to Find Anthospermum ericifolium

Anthospermum ericifolium 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 ericifolium FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Anthospermum ericifolium?

Anthospermum ericifolium is native to Mexico.

What type of soil does Anthospermum ericifolium prefer?

Anthospermum ericifolium prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the average height of Anthospermum ericifolium?

Anthospermum ericifolium typically grows to a height of 5-7 feet.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10492: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.