Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
volkensii
ID:
842051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pilg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 32: 54 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841386

Common Names

  • Acritochaete Volkensii
  • Volkens' Acritochaete
  • Volkens Acritochaete

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Description

Acritochaete volkensii (also called Acritochaete volkensii, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to India. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of up to 1 m. It is found in open grasslands, shrublands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acritochaete volkensii is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acritochaete volkensii are yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acritochaete volkensii is a perennial herb that is native to East Africa. It is an easy-to-grow plant and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought but should be watered regularly during dry periods. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Acritochaete volkensii

Acritochaete volkensii is found in Kenya.

Acritochaete volkensii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acritochaete volkensii?

Acritochaete volkensii

What is the natural habitat of Acritochaete volkensii?

Forests and shrubs

What is the average height of Acritochaete volkensii?

Up to 1.5 meters

Species in the Acritochaete genus

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Robert Knud Friedrich Pilger (1876-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pilg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:384504-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].