Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
538152

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benoist

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 76: 1036 (1929 publ. 1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537484

Common Names

  • Anisotes madagascariensis
  • Madagascar Anisotes
  • Madagascar Water-starwort

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Description

Anisotes madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Anisotes, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, and can be found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Anisotes madagascariensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for making dyes and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anisotes madagascariensis is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with a single, slender stem and a few small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anisotes madagascariensis can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division of the rhizomes should be done in early spring or late summer. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one or two buds per section and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Anisotes madagascariensis

Anisotes madagascariensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in wetland habitats.

Anisotes madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anisotes madagascariensis?

Anisotes madagascariensis

What is the common name of Anisotes madagascariensis?

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What is the natural habitat of Anisotes madagascariensis?

Anisotes madagascariensis is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.