Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thorncroftii
ID:
565038

Status:
valid

Authors:
Skan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 5(1): 335 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564370

Common Names

  • Thorncroftii Acrotome
  • Thorncroftii Acrotome
  • Acrotome Thorncroftii

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Description

Acrotome thorncroftii (also called Thorncroft's Acrotome, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has large, bright green leaves that are waxy and ovate in shape. It grows in moist, shady areas in forests, woodlands, and along streams. It is often found in marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Acrotome thorncroftii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The wood is used for making furniture and tools.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acrotome thorncroftii has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acrotome thorncroftii is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. The cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a moist soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Acrotome thorncroftii

Acrotome thorncroftii can be found in South Africa.

Acrotome thorncroftii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acrotome thorncroftii?

Acrotome thorncroftii

What is the common name of Acrotome thorncroftii?

Thorncroft's Acrotome

What is the family of Acrotome thorncroftii?

Fabaceae

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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