Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
bonariensis
ID:
517243

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pers.) Herter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Revista Sudamer. Bot. 7: 233 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000516575

Common Names

  • Bonariensis Acicarpha
  • Bonari Acicarpha
  • Bonari Acicarpha Grass

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Synonyms

  • Sommea calcitrapa Bory [unknown]
  • Acanthosperma littorale Vell. [unknown]
  • Acicarpha spathulata R.Br. [unknown]
  • Acicarpha spathulata genuina C.A.Müll. [unknown]
  • Acicarpha spathulata glauca A.DC. [unknown]
  • Cryptocarpha spathulata Cass. [unknown]
  • Echinolema arenarium J.Jacq. [unknown]

Description

Acicarpha bonariensis (also called Bonariensis Acicarpha, among many other common names) is an annual plant with small, white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acicarpha bonariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acicarpha bonariensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acicarpha bonariensis is a perennial grass that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the plant. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer and planted in well-draining soil. The soil should be kept moist until the seedlings have emerged. The plant should be grown in a sunny location and watered regularly during the growing season. It is also important to protect the plant from frost and extreme temperatures.

Where to Find Acicarpha bonariensis

Acicarpha bonariensis can be found in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.

Acicarpha bonariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acicarpha bonariensis?

Acicarpha bonariensis

What is the common name of Acicarpha bonariensis?

Bonariensis Acicarpha

What is the natural habitat of Acicarpha bonariensis?

Tropical and subtropical grasslands, savannas, and shrublands

Species in the Calyceraceae family

Acicarpha bonariensis, Acicarpha obtusisepala, Acicarpha procumbens, Acicarpha runcinata, Acicarpha tribuloides, Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis, Calycera balsamitifolia, Calycera boopidea, Calycera calcitrapa, Calycera crassifolia, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera herbacea, Calycera horrida, Calycera lanata, Calycera leucanthema, Calycera pulvinata, Calycera sessiliflora, Calycera sympaganthera, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera leucanthema, Gamocarpha alpina, Gamocarpha angustifolia, Gamocarpha dentata, Gamocarpha gilliesii, Gamocarpha ligulata, Gamocarpha polycephala, Gamocarpha selliana, Moschopsis caleopuensis, Moschopsis leyboldi, Moschopsis monocephala, Moschopsis rosulata, Moschopsis subandina, Moschopsis trilobata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2617978: Based on the initial data import
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Gustav Franz Herter (1884-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herter' in the authors string.