Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
benthamianus
ID:
12279

Status:
valid

Authors:
Regel

Source:
gcc

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Izv. Imp. Obshch. Lyubit. Estestv. Moskovsk. Univ. 34(2): 47 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011608

Common Names

  • Acanthocephalus benthamianus
  • Bentham's Acanthocephalus
  • Bentham's Thistle

Searching for Acanthocephalus benthamianus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Acanthocephalus benthamianus laevis Vassilcz. [unknown]
  • Acanthocephalus benthamianus benthamianus [unknown]
  • Acanthocephalus benthamianus schugnanicus Vassilcz. [unknown]

Description

Acanthocephalus benthamianus (also called Bentham's Acanthocephalus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a woody stem and is covered with small white hairs. It is found in dry open woods, prairies, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthocephalus benthamianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acanthocephalus benthamianus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.

Searching for Acanthocephalus benthamianus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthocephalus benthamianus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.

Where to Find Acanthocephalus benthamianus

Acanthocephalus benthamianus is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Acanthocephalus benthamianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthocephalus benthamianus?

Acanthocephalus benthamianus

What are the common names of Acanthocephalus benthamianus?

Bentham's acanthocephalus

What is the natural habitat of Acanthocephalus benthamianus?

Grassy meadows, pastures, and roadsides

Species in the Acanthocephalus genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References