Status:
valid
Authors:
Hiern
Source:
wcs
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl. 1: 500 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220780
Common Names
- Anthospermum welwitschii
- Welwitschii Anthospermum
- Welwitschii False Daisy
Synonyms
- Anthospermum cliffortioides K.Schum. [valid]
- Anthospermum uwembae Gilli [valid]
Description
Anthospermum welwitschii (also called Welwitsch's Anthospermum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, leathery leaves. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anthospermum welwitschii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthospermum welwitschii has white flowers with yellow anthers and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthospermum welwitschii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Anthospermum welwitschii
Anthospermum welwitschii can be found in Zimbabwe.
Anthospermum welwitschii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthospermum welwitschii?
Anthospermum welwitschii
What is the natural habitat of Anthospermum welwitschii?
Tropical rainforests
What is the average height of Anthospermum welwitschii?
Up to 1 meter
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,