Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
amplifolium
ID:
532511

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl. & Rose) Hemsl. & Rose ex Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 23: 672 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531843

Common Names

  • Amphipterygium amplifolium
  • Large-leaved Amphipterygium
  • Large-leaved Water Milfoil

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Synonyms

  • Juliania amplifolia Hemsl. & Rose [unknown]

Description

Amphipterygium amplifolium (also called Large-leaved Bog-rush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant with narrow, linear leaves and a branched inflorescence. It is native to South Africa and is found in wet, marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Amphipterygium amplifolium is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Amphipterygium amplifolium is a small, yellow inflorescence with a single spike of flowers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphipterygium amplifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Amphipterygium amplifolium

Amphipterygium amplifolium can be found in moist woodlands in South America.

Amphipterygium amplifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphipterygium amplifolium?

Amphipterygium amplifolium

What is the common name of Amphipterygium amplifolium?

Large-leaved Amphipterygium

What is the habitat of Amphipterygium amplifolium?

Forests and woodlands

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2634736: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.