Status:
valid
Authors:
Schinz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg 31: 184 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540995
Common Names
- Decumbens Aptosimum
- Decumbens Daisy
- Decumbens Daisy Bush
Description
Aptosimum decumbens (also called Spreading Aptosimum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to South Africa, and is commonly found in dry, sandy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aptosimum decumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Aptosimum decumbens has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. Seed: The seeds of Aptosimum decumbens are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Aptosimum decumbens are small and have a single stem with small, green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aptosimum decumbens is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in partial shade until established.
Where to Find Aptosimum decumbens
Aptosimum decumbens is native to South Africa.
Aptosimum decumbens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aptosimum decumbens?
Aptosimum decumbens
What is the common name of Aptosimum decumbens?
Decumbent Aptosimum
What is the natural habitat of Aptosimum decumbens?
It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky areas
Species in the Scrophulariaceae family
Alonsoa acutifolia,
Alonsoa auriculata,
Alonsoa caulialata,
Alonsoa hirsuta,
Alonsoa honoraria,
Alonsoa linearis,
Alonsoa meridionalis,
Alonsoa minor,
Alonsoa pallida,
Alonsoa peduncularis,
Alonsoa serrata,
Alonsoa unilabiata,
Ameroglossum pernambucense,
Ameroglossum manoel-felixii,
Ameroglossum alatum,
Ameroglossum asperifolium,
Ameroglossum bicolor,
Ameroglossum fulniorum,
Ameroglossum genaroanum,
Ameroglossum intermedium,
Ameroglossum xukuruorum,
Androya decaryi,
Antherothamnus pearsonii,
Anticharis arabica,
Anticharis ebracteata,
Anticharis glandulosa,
Anticharis imbricata,
Anticharis inflata,
Anticharis juncea,
Anticharis scoparia,
Anticharis senegalensis,
Anticharis namibensis,
Anticharis kaokoensis,
Anticharis angolensis,
Aptosimum albomarginatum,
Aptosimum arenarium,
Aptosimum decumbens,
Aptosimum elongatum,
Aptosimum eriocephalum,
Aptosimum glandulosum,
Aptosimum gossweileri,
Aptosimum indivisum,
Aptosimum lineare,
Aptosimum marlothii,
Aptosimum molle,
Aptosimum neglectum,
Aptosimum patulum,
Aptosimum procumbens,
Aptosimum pumilum,
Aptosimum spinescens,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:799363-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].