Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
muelleri
ID:
529817

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schindl.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.22: 269 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000529149

Common Names

  • Alysicarpus muelleri
  • Mueller's Alysicarpus
  • Mueller's Alysicarpus Grass

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Synonyms

  • Alysicarpus muelleri clementii Schindl. [valid]
  • Alysicarpus muelleri typica Schindl. [invalid]

Description

Alysicarpus muelleri (also called Mueller's alysicarpus, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has a sprawling habit and grows to a height of up to 1 m (3 ft). Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, with a toothed margin, and are typically bright green in color. It is found in disturbed areas, along roadsides and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Alysicarpus muelleri 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, cold, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alysicarpus muelleri has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alysicarpus muelleri is a shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and placed in a warm, sunny spot. Layering can be done in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Alysicarpus muelleri

Alysicarpus muelleri is native to India.

Alysicarpus muelleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alysicarpus muelleri?

Alysicarpus muelleri

What is the common name of Alysicarpus muelleri?

Mueller's Hedgehog Grass

What is the habitat of Alysicarpus muelleri?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Species in the Alysicarpus genus

Alysicarpus ferrugineus, Alysicarpus glumaceus, Alysicarpus monilifer, Alysicarpus quartinianus, Alysicarpus rugosus, Alysicarpus vaginalis, Alysicarpus zeyheri, Alysicarpus longifolius, Alysicarpus bupleurifolius, Alysicarpus ovalifolius, Alysicarpus brownii, Alysicarpus gamblei, Alysicarpus hamosus, Alysicarpus hendersonii, Alysicarpus heterophyllus, Alysicarpus heyneanus, Alysicarpus luteovexillatus, Alysicarpus mahabubnagarensis, Alysicarpus misquitei, Alysicarpus naikianus, Alysicarpus prainii, Alysicarpus pubescens, Alysicarpus roxburghianus, Alysicarpus salim-alii, Alysicarpus saplianus, Alysicarpus scariosus, Alysicarpus sedgwickii, Alysicarpus tetragonolobus, Alysicarpus belgaumensis, Alysicarpus racemosus, Alysicarpus parviflorus, Alysicarpus misquittae, Alysicarpus aurantiacus, Alysicarpus major, Alysicarpus muelleri, Alysicarpus schomburgkii, Alysicarpus suffruticosus, Alysicarpus ferrugineus, Alysicarpus pubescens, Alysicarpus ovalifolius, Alysicarpus yunnanensis, Alysicarpus pokleanus, Alysicarpus sanjappae, Alysicarpus gautalensis, Alysicarpus bhuibavadensis,

Species in the Fabaceae family