Acrotome pallescens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 436 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562424
Common Names
- Acrotome pallescens
- Pale Acrotome
- Pale Shrimp Plant
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- Stachys steingroeveri Briq. [unknown]
Description
Acrotome pallescens (also called Pale Acrotome, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is a shrub that can grow up to 2 meters tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Acrotome pallescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acrotome pallescens has white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow leaves. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acrotome pallescens is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 meters in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or division of the rootball. It is also possible to propagate from seed, though this is more difficult.
Where to Find Acrotome pallescens
Acrotome pallescens is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Acrotome pallescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acrotome pallescens?
Acrotome pallescens
What is the common name of Acrotome pallescens?
Pale False Coneflower
What is the natural habitat of Acrotome pallescens?
Acrotome pallescens is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Acrotome genus
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-2673: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.