Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
striiflorus
ID:
313662

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Hook.f. ex K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(6): 356 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312994

Common Names

  • Sphinctanthus striiflorus
  • Striate False Buttonweed
  • Striate False-Buttonweed

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Synonyms

  • Sphinctanthus rupestris Benth. [valid]
  • Conosiphon aureus Poepp. & Endl. [valid]
  • Conosiphon striiflorus Walp. [unknown]
  • Genipa striiflora DC. [valid]
  • Sphinctanthus striiflorus (DC.) Hook.f. [deprecated]

Description

Sphinctanthus striiflorus (also called the African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to tropical Africa. It has a rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sphinctanthus striiflorus is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sphinctanthus striiflorus is a yellow, tubular flower with five lobes. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphinctanthus striiflorus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Sphinctanthus striiflorus

Sphinctanthus striiflorus can be found in tropical forests in South and Central America.

Sphinctanthus striiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphinctanthus striiflorus?

Sphinctanthus striiflorus

What is the common name of Sphinctanthus striiflorus?

Striate-flowered Sphinctanthus

What is the natural habitat of Sphinctanthus striiflorus?

It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams, in swamps, and in disturbed areas.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-194100: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.