Status:
valid
Authors:
(Faden) Verdc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Verbenac.: 82 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220620
Common Names
- Karomia gigas
- Gigas Karomia
- Karomia's Gigas
Synonyms
- Holmskioldia gigas Faden [unknown]
Description
Karomia gigas (also called Giant Karomia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and grows in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Karomia gigas is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Karomia gigas has small white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small with a single pair of cotyledons and a few short hairs on the stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Karomia gigas is a tropical evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest and dry deciduous forest. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.
Where to Find Karomia gigas
Karomia gigas is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrubland.
Karomia gigas FAQ
What is the scientific name of Karomia gigas?
Karomia gigas
What is the family of Karomia gigas?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Karomia gigas?
Gigas Karomia
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Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,