Acrotriche lancifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lancifolia
ID:
508954
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hislop
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 16: 290 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508286
Common Names
- Lancifolia Acrotriche
- Lancifolia Bush
- Lancifolia Bush Acrotriche
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acrotriche lancifolia (also called Lance-leaved Acrotriche, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has a spreading habit and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Acrotriche lancifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used for its medicinal properties as it is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acrotriche lancifolia has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acrotriche lancifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 15 m (50 ft). It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates and is drought-tolerant once established. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Germination usually takes place within two weeks.
Where to Find Acrotriche lancifolia
Acrotriche lancifolia is found in the western United States and Canada.
Acrotriche lancifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acrotriche lancifolia?
Acrotriche lancifolia
What is the common name of Acrotriche lancifolia?
Lance-leaved Acrotriche
What is the natural habitat of Acrotriche lancifolia?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Acrotriche genus
Acrotriche affinis, Acrotriche aggregata, Acrotriche baileyana, Acrotriche cordata, Acrotriche depressa, Acrotriche divaricata, Acrotriche dura, Acrotriche fasciculiflora, Acrotriche halmaturina, Acrotriche lancifolia, Acrotriche leucocarpa, Acrotriche orbicularis, Acrotriche parviflora, Acrotriche patula, Acrotriche prostrata, Acrotriche ramiflora, Acrotriche rigida, Acrotriche serrulata,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Michael Clyde Hislop (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hislop' in the authors string.