Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
parviflorum
ID:
302054

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 45: 97 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301386

Common Names

  • Parviflorum Sage
  • Achyrospermum parviflorum
  • Parviflorum Achyrospermum

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Description

Achyrospermum parviflorum (also called Small-Flowered Achyrospermum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 1-3 m and has white or yellow flowers. It is found in tropical forests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Achyrospermum parviflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Achyrospermum parviflorum is a white corolla with a yellow throat, and a short, curved upper lip. The seeds are small, brown and glossy. The seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achyrospermum parviflorum is best propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist. Germination usually takes about two weeks. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy, mature plant and place it in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Achyrospermum parviflorum

Achyrospermum parviflorum can be found in the mountains of western and central China.

Achyrospermum parviflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achyrospermum parviflorum?

Achyrospermum parviflorum

What type of plant is Achyrospermum parviflorum?

Herb

What is the common name of Achyrospermum parviflorum?

Small-Flowered Achyrospermum

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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