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Description
Notobubon Capense is a perennial plant that belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in rocky areas and along stream banks. The plant has a woody base and can grow up to 2 meters high. It has a pleasant aromatic scent and is often used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Notobubon |
Appearance
Notobubon Capense has feathery green leaves and produces clusters of small white or pink flowers. The flowers are followed by small brown fruits. The plant has a woody base and can grow up to 2 meters high. It is a slow-growing plant and can take several years to reach its full height. Notobubon Capense has a pleasant aromatic scent, which is why it is often used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Care Guide
Notobubon Capense is a hardy plant that can tolerate a range of growing conditions. It prefers well-draining soil and can grow in both full sun and partial shade. The plant can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Water the plant regularly, but make sure the soil is not waterlogged. Fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season. Notobubon Capense is hardy to USDA zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Notobubon Capense is relatively pest- and disease-free. However, it can be susceptible to root rot if the soil is too wet. It is also important to watch out for spider mites, which can cause damage to the leaves.
Habitat
Notobubon Capense is native to South Africa, where it grows in rocky areas and along stream banks. The plant prefers well-draining soil and can tolerate a range of growing conditions. It is a slow-growing plant and can take several years to reach its full height.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Notobubon Capense be grown indoors?
A: Notobubon Capense can be grown indoors, but it requires a lot of space and bright light.
Q: How often should I water Notobubon Capense?
A: Water the plant regularly, but make sure the soil is not waterlogged.
Q: How do I propagate Notobubon Capense?
A: Notobubon Capense can be propagated from seeds or cuttings.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Notobubon Capense?
A: Notobubon Capense is hardy to USDA zones 9-11.
Related Plants
- Angelica archangelica
- Carum carvi
- Coriandrum sativum
- Foeniculum vulgare
References
- “Notobubon Capense.” PlantZAfrica.com. Accessed 8 September 2021. https://www.plantzafrica.com/plantnop/notobubcap.htm
- “Notobubon Capense.” South African National Biodiversity Institute. Accessed 8 September 2021. https://www.sanbi.org/species/notobubon-capense/
