Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pachensis
ID:
40295

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 38: 412 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039624

Common Names

  • Alloispermum Pachensis
  • Alloispermum
  • Pachensis

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Synonyms

  • Calea pachensis Hieron. [unknown]
  • Calea pachensis pachensis [unknown]

Description

Alloispermum pachensis (also called yellow-flowered alloispermum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and typically grows in moist forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Alloispermum pachensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alloispermum pachensis is white and tubular with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alloispermum pachensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn. When dividing, it is best to do so in spring or autumn. The plant can be pruned back in late summer to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Alloispermum pachensis

Alloispermum pachensis is native to New Zealand and can be found in lowland forests.

Alloispermum pachensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alloispermum pachensis?

Alloispermum pachensis

What is the common name of Alloispermum pachensis?

Pacific Alloispermum

Where is Alloispermum pachensis found?

Pacific Islands

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-138326: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.