Status:
valid
Authors:
Sond.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 3: 28 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220447
Common Names
- Anthospermum prostratum
- Prostrate Anthospermum
- Low-growing Anthospermum
Synonyms
- Anthospermum prostratum glabrum Sond. [valid]
- Anthospermum prostratum velutinum Sond. [valid]
Description
Anthospermum prostratum (also called 'Prostrate Anthospermum' or 'Prostrate Anthospermum', among many other common names) is a low-growing, woody shrub native to the Patagonia region of Argentina and Chile. It has small, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Anthospermum prostratum is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthospermum prostratum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthospermum prostratum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings in late spring or early summer and should be planted in a sunny spot. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Anthospermum prostratum
Anthospermum prostratum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.
Anthospermum prostratum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthospermum prostratum?
Anthospermum prostratum
What is the common name of Anthospermum prostratum?
Prostrate Anthospermum
What is the habitat of Anthospermum prostratum?
Anthospermum prostratum is found in open grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands in South 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,