Status:
valid
Authors:
L.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1782
Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 440 (1782)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220101
Common Names
- Anthospermum Herbaceum
- Herbaceous Anthospermum
- Herbaceous Star-of-Bethlehem
Synonyms
- Anthospermum ferrugineum Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
- Anthospermum hedyotideum Sond. [valid]
- Anthospermum lanceolatum Thunb. [valid]
- Anthospermum lanceolatum hedyotideum (Sond.) Kuntze [valid]
- Anthospermum lanceolatum latifolium Sond. [valid]
- Anthospermum latifolium E.Mey. ex Harv. & Sond. [invalid]
- Anthospermum mildbraedii K.Krause [valid]
- Anthospermum muriculatum Hochst. ex A.Rich. [valid]
- Anthospermum nodosum E.Mey. ex Harv. & Sond. [invalid]
Description
Anthospermum herbaceum (also called Anthospermum herbaceum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests and open woodlands. It has simple, alternate leaves that are oblong to elliptic in shape and are 6-15 cm long.
Uses & Benefits
Anthospermum herbaceum is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthospermum herbaceum is yellow and cup-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthospermum herbaceum is a shrub or small tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Anthospermum herbaceum
Anthospermum herbaceum is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.
Anthospermum herbaceum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthospermum herbaceum?
Anthospermum herbaceum
What is the family of Anthospermum herbaceum?
Euphorbiaceae
What is the common name of Anthospermum herbaceum?
Herbaceous Anthospermum
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,