Achyrospermum urens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
urens
ID:
303537
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1893: 14 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302869
Common Names
- Achyrospermum urens
- Uren's Achyrospermum
- Toothed Achyrospermum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Achyrospermum urens (also called Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a smooth, grey bark and dark green, glossy leaves. It grows in open woodlands, savannas, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Achyrospermum urens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating digestive problems and skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Achyrospermum urens has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and light green.
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Achyrospermum urens is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady forests. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils and can tolerate light frosts. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, sandy soil.
Where to Find Achyrospermum urens
Achyrospermum urens can be found in Madagascar.
Achyrospermum urens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Achyrospermum urens?
Achyrospermum urens
What is the common name of Achyrospermum urens?
Urens
Where is Achyrospermum urens found?
Mexico
Species in the Achyrospermum genus
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,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1844: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.