Acroceras parvulum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Camus
Source:
wcs
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 101: 28 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841410
Common Names
- Acroceras parvulum
- Small Acroceras
- Small False Nettle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acroceras parvulum (also called Acroceras parvulum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. 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 parvulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acroceras parvulum has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acroceras parvulum is a perennial herb that is native to South 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 Acroceras parvulum
Acroceras parvulum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Acroceras parvulum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acroceras parvulum?
Acroceras parvulum
What is the common name of Acroceras parvulum?
Acroceras parvulum
What is the natural habitat of Acroceras parvulum?
Acroceras parvulum is found in wetland areas in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Species in the Acroceras genus
Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense, Acroceras hubbardii, Acroceras ivohibense, Acroceras lateriticum, Acroceras macrum, Acroceras mandrarense, Acroceras manongarivense, Acroceras munroanum, Acroceras parvulum, Acroceras sambiranense, Acroceras seyrigii, Acroceras tenuicaule, Acroceras tonkinense, Acroceras zizanioides,
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:384523-1: 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].