Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
acarophylla
ID:
1412175

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Brink & A.P.Dold) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & A.P.Dold

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 365(2): 107. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424640

Common Names

  • Austronea acarophylla
  • Acarophylla's Austronea
  • Acarophylla Austronea

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Description

Austronea acarophylla (also called Acarophyllum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and have entire margins. Its white flowers are small and fragrant. It grows in moist, humid forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Austronea acarophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Austronea acarophylla has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small with thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austronea acarophylla can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is generally pest and disease free.

Where to Find Austronea acarophylla

Austronea acarophylla is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Austronea acarophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austronea acarophylla?

Austronea acarophylla

What is the common name of Austronea acarophylla?

Acarophylla

What type of plant is Austronea acarophylla?

A flowering plant

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

Manuel-Benito Crespo (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Crespo' in the authors string.
Anthony Patrick Dold (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Dold' in the authors string.
Estelle Brink (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Brink' in the authors string.
Mario Martínez-Azorín (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.-Azorín' in the authors string.