Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
siamensis
ID:
393189

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kerr) Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 28: 281 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392521

Common Names

  • Acranthera siamensis
  • Siam Acranthera
  • Siamensis Acranthera

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Synonyms

  • Psilobium siamense Kerr [valid]
  • Psilobium siamensis Kerr [unknown]

Description

Acranthera siamensis (also called Siamese Acranthera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows in moist forests and grasslands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acranthera siamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acranthera siamensis is white and has a bell-shaped corolla with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acranthera siamensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Acranthera siamensis

Acranthera siamensis is found in tropical Asia, including India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Acranthera siamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acranthera siamensis?

Acranthera siamensis

What are the common names of Acranthera siamensis?

Siam acranthera, Siam yam

What is the habitat of Acranthera siamensis?

It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands

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-2405: Based on the initial data import
Arthur Francis George Kerr (1877-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kerr' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.