Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
frutescens
ID:
279816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spenn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Gen. Fl. Germ. , Gamop.: 2 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279148

Common Names

  • Acanthoprasium frutescens
  • Bushy Acanthoprasium
  • Bushy Sea Lavender

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Synonyms

  • Moluccella frutescens L. [unknown]
  • Ballota frutescens Coss. ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Ballota frutescens (L.) Woods [unknown]
  • Ballota spinosa Link [unknown]
  • Beringeria frutescens Rchb. [unknown]
  • Ballota frutescens velutina Briq. [unknown]
  • Ballota frutescens parcepubescens Briq. [unknown]
  • Ballota frutescens nummularia Briq. [unknown]

Description

Acanthoprasium frutescens (also called Frutescent Acanthoprasium, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a spreading, bushy habit and small, white flowers. Its leaves are simple, opposite, and lanceolate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthoprasium frutescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acanthoprasium frutescens has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthoprasium frutescens is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to start seeds indoors in early spring and transplant them outdoors after the last frost. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in sandy soil. The plant should be kept moist but not overly wet.

Where to Find Acanthoprasium frutescens

Acanthoprasium frutescens is native to Europe and can be found in temperate forests.

Acanthoprasium frutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthoprasium frutescens?

Acanthoprasium frutescens

What is the common name of Acanthoprasium frutescens?

Bushy Acanthoprasium

What is the natural habitat of Acanthoprasium frutescens?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Acanthoprasium genus

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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