Status:
valid
Authors:
Moq.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 13(2): 326 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631165
Common Names
- Achyranthoides Cyathula
- Cyathula Achyranthoides
- Achyranthoides Cyathula
Synonyms
- Achyranthes geminata Thonn. [unknown]
- Achyranthes uncinata Willd. ex Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
- Cyathula achyranthoides densiflora (Kunth) Moq. [unknown]
- Cyathula achyranthoides glabrescens Moq. [unknown]
- Cyathula geminata Moq. [unknown]
- Cyathula prostrata achyranthoides (Kunth) Kuntze [unknown]
- Desmochaeta achyranthoides Kunth [unknown]
- Pupalia densiflora Mart. [unknown]
Description
Cyathula achyranthoides (also called 'Goat's Beard', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to India and is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cyathula achyranthoides is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyathula achyranthoides is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are green and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyathula achyranthoides can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Division is best done in the spring. The rhizomes should be divided and replanted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cyathula achyranthoides
Cyathula achyranthoides is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Cyathula achyranthoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyathula achyranthoides?
Cyathula achyranthoides
What type of plant is Cyathula achyranthoides?
It is an aquatic plant
What is the natural habitat of Cyathula achyranthoides?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Cyathula genus
Cyathula achyranthoides,
Cyathula biflora,
Cyathula braunii,
Cyathula capitata,
Cyathula ceylanica,
Cyathula coriacea,
Cyathula cylindrica,
Cyathula divulsa,
Cyathula erinacea,
Cyathula fernando-poensis,
Cyathula humbertiana,
Cyathula lanceolata,
Cyathula madagascaricuais,
Cyathula mollis,
Cyathula natalensis,
Cyathula obtusifolia,
Cyathula officinalis,
Cyathula orthacantha,
Cyathula perrieriana,
Cyathula pobeguinii,
Cyathula polycephala,
Cyathula prostrata,
Cyathula semirosulata,
Cyathula sphaerocephala,
Cyathula tomentosa,
Cyathula triuncinata,
Cyathula triuncinella,
Cyathula uncinulata,
Cyathula madagascariensis,
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,