Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
cambodiana
ID:
550205

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pierre) N.Hallé

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 6: 16 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000549537

Common Names

  • Cambodiana Arnicratea
  • Cambodiana Sea Pink
  • Cambodiana Thrift

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Synonyms

  • Loeseneriella cambodiana (Pierre) Tardieu [unknown]
  • Hippocratea cambodiana Pierre [unknown]
  • Pristimera cambodiana (Pierre) A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Arnicratea cambodiana (also called Cambodian Arnicratea, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a woody rootstock. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in moist meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Arnicratea cambodiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of dyes for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arnicratea cambodiana is small and inconspicuous, with three white petals and three green sepals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arnicratea cambodiana is a perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Arnicratea cambodiana

Arnicratea cambodiana is found in Cambodia and Vietnam.

Arnicratea cambodiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arnicratea cambodiana?

Arnicratea cambodiana

What is the common name of Arnicratea cambodiana?

Cambodian arnicratea

What is the natural habitat of Arnicratea cambodiana?

Dry slopes, grasslands, and open areas

Species in the Arnicratea genus

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2653045: Based on the initial data import
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.