Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
carvalhoi
ID:
300664

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gürke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas , C: 343 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299996

Common Names

  • Achyrospermum carvalhoi
  • Carvalhoi Achyrospermum
  • Carvalho's Achyrospermum

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Description

Achyrospermum carvalhoi (also called Carvalho's achyrospermum, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It grows in open areas, such as fields and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Achyrospermum carvalhoi has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food coloring.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Achyrospermum carvalhoi var. grandibracteatum (E.A.Bruce) Polhill
Achyrospermum carvalhoi var. carvalhoi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achyrospermum carvalhoi has white, star-shaped flowers with four petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achyrospermum carvalhoi is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Achyrospermum carvalhoi

Achyrospermum carvalhoi is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Achyrospermum carvalhoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achyrospermum carvalhoi?

Achyrospermum carvalhoi

What are the common names of Achyrospermum carvalhoi?

Carvalho's Achyrospermum

What is the natural habitat of Achyrospermum carvalhoi?

Achyrospermum carvalhoi is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests of Central and South America

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References