Acanthospermum hispidum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hispidum
ID:
69227
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 522 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068556
Common Names
- Acanthospermum hispidum
- Hispid Acanthospermum
- Hispid Starbur
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acanthospermum hispidum (also called Bristly Starbur, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single yellow flower head. It is native to North America and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthospermum hispidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acanthospermum hispidum has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acanthospermum hispidum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. Plant the seeds in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Keep the soil moist until the seedlings are established. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Acanthospermum hispidum
Acanthospermum hispidum can be found in South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Acanthospermum hispidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acanthospermum hispidum?
Acanthospermum hispidum
What is the family of Acanthospermum hispidum?
Asteraceae
Where is Acanthospermum hispidum found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.
Species in the Acanthospermum 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
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-25407: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.