Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
ferrugineum
ID:
516042

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.White

Source:
cmp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1932: 43 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515374

Common Names

  • Ferrugineum Aceratium
  • Ferrugineum's Aceratium
  • Ferrugineum Orchid

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Description

Aceratium ferrugineum (also called 'Rusty Orchid', among many other common names) is a small perennial herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It typically grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Aceratium ferrugineum is an ornamental tree used in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful foliage and produces small white flowers in the spring. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aceratium ferrugineum has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aceratium ferrugineum is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Aceratium ferrugineum

Aceratium ferrugineum can be found in wet meadows, bogs, and other wet areas in the Northern Hemisphere.

Aceratium ferrugineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aceratium ferrugineum?

Aceratium ferrugineum

What is the common name of Aceratium ferrugineum?

Ferrugineum Maple

What is the natural habitat of Aceratium ferrugineum?

Mountain forests in China

Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family

Aceratium archboldianum, Aceratium brassii, Aceratium calomala, Aceratium concinnum, Aceratium dasyphyllum, Aceratium doggrellii, Aceratium ferrugineum, Aceratium hypoleucum, Aceratium ledermannii, Aceratium megalospermum, Aceratium muellerianum, Aceratium oppositifolium, Aceratium pachypetalum, Aceratium parvifolium, Aceratium pittosporoides, Aceratium sericeum, Aceratium sericoleopsis, Aceratium sinuatum, Aceratium sphaerocarpum, Aceratium tomentosum, Aristotelia australasica, Aristotelia chilensis, Aristotelia colensoi, Aristotelia fruticosa, Aristotelia peduncularis, Aristotelia serrata, Crinodendron brasiliense, Crinodendron hookerianum, Crinodendron patagua, Crinodendron tucumanum, Dubouzetia acuminata, Dubouzetia australiensis, Dubouzetia campanulata, Dubouzetia caudiculata, Dubouzetia confusa, Dubouzetia dentata, Dubouzetia elegans, Dubouzetia galorei, Dubouzetia guillauminii, Dubouzetia kairoi, Dubouzetia saxatilis, Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus,

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