African Plants
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Afrohybanthus Enneaspermus
Description Afrohybanthus Enneaspermus, also known as African violet, is a plant species native to Africa. It is a perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are oval-shaped, hairy, and dark green in color with a red margin. The flowers are tubular with five petals and can be found in shades of pink, purple, and white.…
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Myrsine Africana
Description Myrsine Africana, also known as African boxwood or Cape myrtle, is a popular plant in Africa for its medicinal properties and use in traditional medicine. It is a small tree or shrub that belongs to the Myrsinaceae family. The plant is native to Africa, specifically in the tropical and subtropical regions of the continent, and can grow up to…
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Coccinia Adoensis
Description Coccinia Adoensis, commonly known as Adoensis, is a flowering plant species that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. It is native to Africa and is widely distributed in countries such as Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. It is known for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as diarrhea, diabetes, and hypertension. Taxonomic Information…
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Cymbopogon
Description Cymbopogon, commonly known as lemongrass, is a genus of Asian, African, Australian, and tropical island plants in the grass family. It is a perennial grass with long, slender leaves and a pleasant lemon scent. Cymbopogon is widely used in cooking, medicine, and perfumery due to its distinct aroma and flavor. The plant is native to warm and tropical regions…
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Guizotia
Description Guizotia is a genus of flowering plants in the Asteraceae family, native to Africa. It includes two species, Guizotia abyssinica and Guizotia scabra. Guizotia abyssinica is commonly known as Niger seed or Nyjer seed, and is cultivated for its oil-rich seeds, which are used for cooking and bird feed. Guizotia scabra has yellow flowers and is used in traditional…
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Erica Insolitanthera
Description Erica Insolitanthera is a species of flowering plant that belongs to the family Ericaceae. It is native to the southern region of Africa, including Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. The plant is known for its unique appearance, characterized by its small, star-shaped flowers that bloom in clusters of bright pink, purple, or white. The flowers bloom from late winter…
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