Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
setifolius
ID:
1412391

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 46(1)-a2024: 4. 2016 [2 Dec 2016] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424856

Common Names

  • Afrosolen Setifolius
  • African Daisy
  • African Daisy Bush

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Description

Afrosolen setifolius (also called Setifolius Afrosolen, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a single flower with a yellowish-green hue. It is found in wet, tropical forests, growing in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Afrosolen setifolius is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Afrosolen setifolius is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afrosolen setifolius can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Afrosolen setifolius

Afrosolen setifolius is native to South Africa.

Afrosolen setifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afrosolen setifolius?

Afrosolen setifolius

What is the family of Afrosolen setifolius?

Myrtaceae

What is the habitat of Afrosolen setifolius?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

References

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.