Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
glabratum
ID:
42439

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Wild

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 6(1): 6 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041768

Common Names

  • Acanthospermum Glabratum
  • Glabratum Acanthospermum
  • Glabratum Sunflower

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Synonyms

  • Acanthospermum xanthioides glabratum DC. [unknown]

Description

Acanthospermum glabratum (also called Smooth Acanthospermum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky slopes and dry meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthospermum glabratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping due to its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acanthospermum glabratum is a yellow, 5-petaled flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black, and shiny. Seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthospermum glabratum is an annual herb native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Acanthospermum glabratum

Acanthospermum glabratum is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Acanthospermum glabratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthospermum glabratum?

Acanthospermum glabratum

What are the common names of Acanthospermum glabratum?

Smooth Acanthospermum

Where is Acanthospermum glabratum native to?

Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-140398: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.