Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
axilliflora
ID:
378300

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 44: 550 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377632

Common Names

  • Acranthera Axilliflora
  • Axillary-Flowered Acranthera
  • Axillary-Flowered Acranthera Fern

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Description

Acranthera axilliflora (also called 'Axillary-Flowered Acranthera', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers moist soils and is often found in wetlands, along rivers, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acranthera axilliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in landscaping. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acranthera axilliflora has yellow flowers, small, black seeds and seedlings with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acranthera axilliflora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Acranthera axilliflora

Acranthera axilliflora can be found in Central and South America.

Acranthera axilliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acranthera axilliflora?

Acranthera axilliflora

What is the common name of Acranthera axilliflora?

Acranthera

What is the natural habitat of Acranthera axilliflora?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

Species in the Acranthera genus

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2375: Based on the initial data import
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.