Status:
valid
Authors:
Sorarú
Source:
tro
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana18: 40 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001060089
Common Names
- Anarthrophyllum capitatum
- Capitatum Anarthrophyllum
- Capitat Anarthrophyllum
Uses & Benefits
Anarthrophyllum capitatum is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, diarrhea, and dysentery. It also has antioxidant properties and can be used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anarthrophyllum capitatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anarthrophyllum capitatum is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Anarthrophyllum capitatum
Anarthrophyllum capitatum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Species in the Anarthrophyllum genus
Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum,
Anarthrophyllum patagonicum,
Anarthrophyllum subandinum,
Anarthrophyllum andicolum,
Anarthrophyllum desideratum,
Anarthrophyllum elegans,
Anarthrophyllum rigidum,
Anarthrophyllum gayanum,
Anarthrophyllum burkartii,
Anarthrophyllum andicola,
Anarthrophyllum cumingii,
Anarthrophyllum elegans,
Anarthrophyllum capitatum,
Anarthrophyllum catamarcense,
Anarthrophyllum macrophyllum,
Anarthrophyllum pedicellatum,
Anarthrophyllum strigulipetalum,
Species in the Fabaceae family