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Typha capensis (Rohrb.) N. E. Br.

Typha capensis

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Typha capensis is an aquatic plant known from southern and eastern Africa as far north as Uganda.[3] It has also been reported from Brazil.[4]

The rhizomes of Typha capensis are used medicinally in southern Africa. It is reported to improve circulation and to enhance male libido and performance.[5]

References

  1. ^ Beentje, H.J.; Ghogue, J.-P. (2017). "Typha capensis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2017: e.T185278A84274974. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2017-1.RLTS.T185278A84274974.en. Retrieved 11 November 2021.
  2. ^ Tropicos Typha capensis
  3. ^ Brown, Nicholas Edward. Flora Capensis 7: 32. 1897.
  4. ^ Encyclopedia of Life, Typha capensis
  5. ^ Bouncing Bear Botanicals
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Typha capensis: Brief Summary

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Typha capensis is an aquatic plant known from southern and eastern Africa as far north as Uganda. It has also been reported from Brazil.

The rhizomes of Typha capensis are used medicinally in southern Africa. It is reported to improve circulation and to enhance male libido and performance.

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