Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
neglectum
ID:
541687

Status:
valid

Authors:
Emil Weber

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 3: 894 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541019

Common Names

  • Aptosimum neglectum
  • Neglected Aptosimum
  • Neglected Aptosimum Plant

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Description

Aptosimum neglectum (also called Neglected Aptosimum, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky areas and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Aptosimum neglectum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aptosimum neglectum are white and tubular, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and thin, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aptosimum neglectum 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 neglectum

Aptosimum neglectum can be found in the Northern Cape of South Africa.

Aptosimum neglectum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aptosimum neglectum?

Aptosimum neglectum

What is the common name of Aptosimum neglectum?

Neglected Aptosimum

What is the natural habitat of Aptosimum neglectum?

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

Emil Weber: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Emil Weber' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:799381-1: 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].