Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
principis
ID:
47734

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

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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.

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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

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-145526: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.