Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
wallichianum
ID:
303647

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 4: 673 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302979

Common Names

  • Achyrospermum wallichianum
  • Wallich's Achyrospermum
  • Wallich's Toothed Achyrospermum

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Synonyms

  • Teucrium wallichianum Benth. [unknown]

Description

Achyrospermum wallichianum (also called Achyrospermum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest and gallery forest. It is characterized by its large, glossy, ovate leaves and its yellowish-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Achyrospermum wallichianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties and is used to treat skin conditions, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achyrospermum wallichianum has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achyrospermum wallichianum is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept at a temperature of 24-27°C (75-80°F). The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Achyrospermum wallichianum

Achyrospermum wallichianum is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Achyrospermum wallichianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achyrospermum wallichianum?

Achyrospermum wallichianum

What is the family of Achyrospermum wallichianum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Achyrospermum wallichianum?

Wallich's Sunflower

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-1845: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.