Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
acutifolia
ID:
383369

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cav.) W.R.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 198 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382701

Common Names

  • Acutifolia Niedenzuella
  • Umbrella Sedge
  • Papyrus Sedge

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Synonyms

  • Tetrapterys acutifolia Cav. [unknown]
  • Tetrapterys psilandra Griseb. [unknown]
  • Tetrapterys metallicolor A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Bunchosia laxiflora Gardner [unknown]
  • Tetrapterys fraxinifolia A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Tetrapterys lancifolia A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Triopterys acutifolia Willd. [unknown]
  • Tetrapterys guilleminiana A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Tetrapterys punctulata A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Tetrapterys acutifolia lancifolia Nied. [unknown]
  • Tetrapterys hetero-alata Kralik [unknown]
  • Tetrapterys guilleminiana anadenia Nied. [unknown]
  • Tetrapterys guilleminiana martiana Nied. [unknown]
  • Tetrapterys acutifolia elliptica Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Niedenzuella acutifolia (also called Acute-leaved niedenzuella, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows to a height of 1 m. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in moist, shady areas such as riverbanks and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Niedenzuella acutifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used medicinally to treat skin ailments, fever, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Niedenzuella acutifolia has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round in shape. The seedlings are short and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Niedenzuella acutifolia is a perennial grass-like plant that is native to South America. It is a low-growing plant that spreads by rhizomes and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated by division or seed. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Niedenzuella acutifolia

Niedenzuella acutifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay. It is commonly found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.

Niedenzuella acutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Niedenzuella acutifolia?

Niedenzuella acutifolia

What is the family of Niedenzuella acutifolia?

Celastraceae

What is the common name of Niedenzuella acutifolia?

Sharp-leaved niedenzuella

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2385882: Based on the initial data import
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.
William Russell Anderson (1942-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Anderson' in the authors string.