Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
elongatum
ID:
541667

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 10: 249 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540999

Common Names

  • Elongatum Aptosimum
  • Elongatum Daisy
  • Elongatum Daisy Bush

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Description

Aptosimum elongatum (also called Elongate 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 elongatum 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 elongatum has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. Seed: The seeds of Aptosimum elongatum are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Aptosimum elongatum are small and have a single stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aptosimum elongatum is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little care.

Where to Find Aptosimum elongatum

Aptosimum elongatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.

Aptosimum elongatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aptosimum elongatum?

Aptosimum elongatum

What is the common name of Aptosimum elongatum?

Elongated Aptosimum

What is the natural habitat of Aptosimum elongatum?

It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, sandy 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

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:799367-1: 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].