Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
purpureum
ID:
302479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phillipson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Fl. Madagasc. 175: 48 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301811

Common Names

  • Purple Achyrospermum
  • Purple Achyrospermum
  • Achyrospermum Purpureum

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Description

Achyrospermum purpureum (also called Purple Achyrospermum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has large, ovate leaves and small, blue-violet flowers. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Achyrospermum purpureum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a culinary herb to flavor dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achyrospermum purpureum has white flowers with a yellow center and long seed pods. The seedlings are small and delicate with light green leaves. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achyrospermum purpureum is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Achyrospermum purpureum

Achyrospermum purpureum is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Achyrospermum purpureum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achyrospermum purpureum?

Achyrospermum purpureum

What type of plant is Achyrospermum purpureum?

Perennial herb

Where is Achyrospermum purpureum native to?

Southwestern United States

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1834: Based on the initial data import
Peter B. Phillipson (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phillipson' in the authors string.