Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mandrarense
ID:
842071

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Camus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 93: 88 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841406

Common Names

  • Acroceras mandrarense
  • Mandrare Acroceras
  • Mandrare False Nettle

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Description

Acroceras mandrarense (also called Acroceras mandrarense, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Madagascar. It has a slender stem, with a few linear leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in arid regions.

Uses & Benefits

Acroceras mandrarense 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

Flower of Acroceras mandrarense is a small, spike-like inflorescence, with a single spikelet per node. The seed of Acroceras mandrarense is a small, brown caryopsis. The seedlings of Acroceras mandrarense have a single, erect leaf, with a narrow, pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acroceras mandrarense is a perennial herb that is native to Madagascar. 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 Acroceras mandrarense

Acroceras mandrarense is found in Madagascar.

Acroceras mandrarense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acroceras mandrarense?

Acroceras mandrarense

What is the common name of Acroceras mandrarense?

Acroceras mandrarense

What is the natural habitat of Acroceras mandrarense?

Acroceras mandrarense is found in wetland areas in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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

Aimée Antoinette Camus (1879-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Camus' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:384519-1: 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].