Status:
valid
Authors:
Gürke
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 36: 128 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300090
Common Names
- Achyrospermum Ciliatum
- Ciliatum Achyrospermum
- Ciliatum Achyrospermum Palm
Description
Achyrospermum ciliatum (also called Hairy-Fruit Achyrospermum, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a small shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are pinnate, up to 20 cm long, with numerous leaflets. It is found in lowland rainforest, up to 1000 m elevation.
Uses & Benefits
Achyrospermum ciliatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Achyrospermum ciliatum is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Achyrospermum ciliatum is an evergreen, clumping palm that can reach a height of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Achyrospermum ciliatum
Achyrospermum ciliatum is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Achyrospermum ciliatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Achyrospermum ciliatum?
Achyrospermum ciliatum
What is the common name of Achyrospermum ciliatum?
Hairy-fruited Achyrospermum
What is the natural habitat of Achyrospermum ciliatum?
Tropical lowland forests
Species in the Achyrospermum genus
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,
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,