Status:
valid
Authors:
(Thunb.) Emil Weber
Source:
cmp
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 21(2): 18 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541032
Common Names
- Spinescens Aptosimum
- Spinescens's Aptosimum
- Aptosimum Spinescens
Description
Aptosimum spinescens (also called Spiny 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 spinescens has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aptosimum spinescens 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 spinescens 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 spinescens
Aptosimum spinescens can be found in the Northern Cape of South Africa.
Aptosimum spinescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aptosimum spinescens?
Aptosimum spinescens
What is the common name of Aptosimum spinescens?
No common name
Where is Aptosimum spinescens found?
It is found in the Andes of Peru
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:799392-1: 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].