Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
ackermaniae
ID:
747155

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.C.Newb. & Goodrich

Source:
cmp

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
W. N. Amer. Naturalist 70: 415 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746488

Common Names

  • Frasera ackermaniae
  • Ackermaniae Frasera
  • Frasera Ackermaniae

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Description

Frasera ackermaniae (also called Frasera ackermaniae, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has yellow flowers and grows in moist, shady forests. It is also found in temperate regions.

Uses & Benefits

Frasera ackermaniae is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Frasera ackermaniae is a yellow, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Frasera ackermaniae is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize in spring and summer.

Where to Find Frasera ackermaniae

Frasera ackermaniae is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky soils.

Frasera ackermaniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Frasera ackermaniae?

Frasera ackermaniae

What is the natural habitat of Frasera ackermaniae?

Frasera ackermaniae is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes in the western United States.

What is the flowering season of Frasera ackermaniae?

Frasera ackermaniae typically flowers during the summer months.

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Sherel Goodrich (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goodrich' in the authors string.
Clayton C. Newberry: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Newb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77108605-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.