Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
insuetum
ID:
25730

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.F.Fernández, Urbatsch & G.A.Sullivan

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Madroño 34: 162, fig (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025059

Common Names

  • Insipid Alloispermum
  • Insipid Alloispermum
  • Insipid Alloispermum

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Description

Alloispermum insuetum (also called 'Himalayan Alloispermum', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Himalayas. It has leathery, dark green leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady areas and prefers acidic soil.

Uses & Benefits

Alloispermum insuetum is a plant that is known for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alloispermum insuetum is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and globular. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alloispermum insuetum is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Alloispermum insuetum

Alloispermum insuetum is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils in open areas.

Alloispermum insuetum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alloispermum insuetum?

Alloispermum insuetum

What is the family of Alloispermum insuetum?

Apocynaceae

Where is Alloispermum insuetum found?

India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China

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-124207: Based on the initial data import
Lowell Edward Urbatsch (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urbatsch' in the authors string.
C.F. Fernández: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Fernández' in the authors string.
G.A. Sullivan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.A.Sullivan' in the authors string.