Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) J.W.Dawson
Source:
ksu
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 5: 405 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000360656
Common Names
- Carnosula
- Lignocarpa Carnosula
- Fleshy Lignocarpa
Synonyms
- Ligusticum carnosulum Hook.f. [unknown]
- Anisotome carnosula Cockayne & Laing [unknown]
- Gingidium carnosulum (Hook.f.) J.W.Dawson [unknown]
Description
Lignocarpa carnosula (also called Carnose Lignocarpa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of 10-20 cm. It is found in moist grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Lignocarpa carnosula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lignocarpa carnosula has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small with two leaves and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lignocarpa carnosula is a fast-growing, herbaceous perennial that is best grown in full sun and moist, well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the clumps. The seeds should be sown in a sandy, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Clumps can be carefully divided and replanted in a separate pot.
Where to Find Lignocarpa carnosula
Lignocarpa carnosula is native to tropical Africa.
Lignocarpa carnosula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lignocarpa carnosula?
Lignocarpa carnosula
What is the common name of Lignocarpa carnosula?
Carnosula
What is the natural habitat of Lignocarpa carnosula?
Tropical forests
Species in the Lignocarpa genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
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Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,