Achyrospermum seychellarum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
seychellarum
ID:
303124
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Fl. Mauritius : 259 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302456
Common Names
- Seychellarum Achyrospermum
- Seychellarum Achyrospermum Sage
- Seychellarum Achyrospermum Salvia
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Achyrospermum seychellarum (also called Seychellarum Achyrospermum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Seychelles. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has small, glossy leaves. It is found in coastal areas and in moist, sheltered forests.
Uses & Benefits
Achyrospermum seychellarum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Achyrospermum seychellarum is a small, pink flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Achyrospermum seychellarum is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.
Where to Find Achyrospermum seychellarum
Achyrospermum seychellarum is native to the Seychelles and can be found in the islands of Mahé, Praslin, and La Digue.
Achyrospermum seychellarum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Achyrospermum seychellarum?
Achyrospermum seychellarum
What is the common name of Achyrospermum seychellarum?
Seychelles achyrospermum
What is the natural habitat of Achyrospermum seychellarum?
Mountainous regions of Seychelles
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1840: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.