Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Miq.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 1(2): 263 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634420
Common Names
- Cyphostemma Vestitus
- Vestitus Cyphostemma
- Cyphostemma of Vestitus
Synonyms
- Boehmeria vestita Blume [unknown]
Description
Cypholophus vestitus (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland, scrubland, and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Cypholophus vestitus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cypholophus vestitus is a white or yellowish-white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cypholophus vestitus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The plant prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and will tolerate some frost. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month.
Where to Find Cypholophus vestitus
Cypholophus vestitus is native to the western Himalayas, from Kashmir to Nepal, at altitudes of 2,000-3,000 metres.
Cypholophus vestitus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cypholophus vestitus?
Cypholophus vestitus
What is the common name of Cypholophus vestitus?
Vestitus Cypholophus
Where is Cypholophus vestitus native to?
New Guinea
Species in the Cypholophus genus
Cypholophus brunneolus,
Cypholophus chamaephyton,
Cypholophus coeruleus,
Cypholophus decipiens,
Cypholophus ellipticus,
Cypholophus englerianus,
Cypholophus friesianus,
Cypholophus gjellerupii,
Cypholophus integer,
Cypholophus kerewensis,
Cypholophus latifolius,
Cypholophus ledermannii,
Cypholophus lutescens,
Cypholophus macrocephalus,
Cypholophus melanocarpoides,
Cypholophus melanocarpus,
Cypholophus microphyllus,
Cypholophus montanus,
Cypholophus nummularis,
Cypholophus pachycarpus,
Cypholophus patens,
Cypholophus prostratus,
Cypholophus pulleanus,
Cypholophus radicans,
Cypholophus reticulatus,
Cypholophus rotundifolius,
Cypholophus rudis,
Cypholophus stipulatus,
Cypholophus trapula,
Cypholophus treubii,
Cypholophus vaccinioides,
Cypholophus velutinus,
Cypholophus vestitus,
Cypholophus warburgianus,
Cypholophus anisoneurus,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,