Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
barbigularis
ID:
983608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 73: 495 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000982946

Common Names

  • Holstianthus barbigularis
  • Barb-Toothed Starbush
  • Barbigularis Starbush

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Description

Holstianthus barbigularis (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with white, daisy-like flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to South Africa and is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Holstianthus barbigularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a source of fuel wood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Holstianthus barbigularis has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Holstianthus barbigularis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sheltered position in moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Holstianthus barbigularis

Holstianthus barbigularis is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Species in the Holstianthus genus

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