Anaxagorea allenii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
allenii
ID:
534111
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.E.Fr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 42: 151 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533443
Common Names
- Anaxagorea allenii
- Allen's Anaxagorea
- Allen's Ape Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anaxagorea allenii (also called Allen's anaxagorea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has white or pink flowers with yellow anthers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Anaxagorea allenii is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Anaxagorea allenii flower is a small, white, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and white flowers.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anaxagorea allenii is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Anaxagorea allenii
Anaxagorea allenii can be found in the Caribbean region, including parts of Cuba, Jamaica, and Haiti.
Anaxagorea allenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anaxagorea allenii?
Anaxagorea allenii
Where does Anaxagorea allenii grow?
Anaxagorea allenii grows in North America, Europe, and Asia
What is the preferred habitat of Anaxagorea allenii?
Anaxagorea allenii prefers moist, shady areas
Species in the Anaxagorea genus
Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes, Anaxagorea crassipetala, Anaxagorea dolichocarpa, Anaxagorea floribunda, Anaxagorea gigantophylla, Anaxagorea guatemalensis, Anaxagorea inundata, Anaxagorea javanica, Anaxagorea luzonensis, Anaxagorea macrantha, Anaxagorea manausensis, Anaxagorea pachypetala, Anaxagorea panamensis, Anaxagorea petiolata, Anaxagorea phaeocarpa, Anaxagorea prinoides, Anaxagorea rheophytica, Anaxagorea rufa, Anaxagorea silvatica,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,
References
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:12503-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.