Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Ann. Transvaal Mus. 15: 255 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541024
Common Names
- Patulum Aptosimum
- Patulum's Aptosimum
- Aptosimum Patulum
Description
Aptosimum patulum (also called Spreading 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 patulum 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 patulum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aptosimum patulum is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.
Where to Find Aptosimum patulum
Aptosimum patulum can be found in the Northern Cape of South Africa.
Aptosimum patulum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aptosimum patulum?
Aptosimum patulum
What is the common name of Aptosimum patulum?
Spreading Aptosimum
What is the natural habitat of Aptosimum patulum?
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:799385-1: 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].