Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gagnep.) H.Rob. & Skvarla
Source:
gcc
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(2): 143 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047063
Common Names
- Prince's Acilepis
- Prince's Acilepis Aster
- Prince's Acilepis Daisy
Description
Acilepis principis (also called Prince's Acilepis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Acilepis principis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acilepis principis has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and have a rough surface. The seedlings of Acilepis principis have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acilepis principis is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed sowing in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Acilepis principis
Acilepis principis can be found in Central and South America. It is an annual herb that grows in moist, shady areas.
Acilepis principis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acilepis principis?
Acilepis principis
What is the natural habitat of Acilepis principis?
It is found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.
What are the common uses of Acilepis principis?
It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Species in the Acilepis genus
Acilepis clivorum,
Acilepis nantcianensis,
Acilepis dendigulensis,
Acilepis scariosa,
Acilepis silhetensis,
Acilepis principis,
Acilepis lobbii,
Acilepis attenuata,
Acilepis ngaoensis,
Acilepis doichangensis,
Acilepis heynei,
Acilepis belcheri,
Acilepis setigera,
Acilepis nemoralis,
Acilepis nayarii,
Acilepis pseudosutepensis,
Acilepis scariosa,
Acilepis peguensis,
Acilepis ornata,
Acilepis chiangdaoensis,
Acilepis thwaitesii,
Acilepis gardneri,
Acilepis kingii,
Acilepis peninsularis,
Acilepis tonkinensis,
Acilepis virgata,
Acilepis namnanensis,
Acilepis divergens,
Acilepis fysonii,
Acilepis sutepensis,
Acilepis aspera,
Acilepis spirei,
Acilepis saligna,
Acilepis squarrosa,
Acilepis kerrii,
Acilepis anaimudica,
Acilepis pulneyensis,
Acilepis pothigaiana,
Acilepis namnaoensis,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,