Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
221451

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

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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.

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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,

References