Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
longipetiolata
ID:
385895

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. ex Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 28: 293 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385227

Common Names

  • Longipetiolata Acranthera
  • Longipetiolata Spurge
  • Longipetiolata Milkweed

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Description

Acranthera longipetiolata (also called Long-petioled Acranthera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a creeping habit with small, oval-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Acranthera longipetiolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acranthera longipetiolata is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acranthera longipetiolata is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Rhizomes should be divided in the spring or summer and planted in a light, well-draining soil. Keep the rhizomes moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Acranthera longipetiolata

Acranthera longipetiolata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Acranthera longipetiolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acranthera longipetiolata?

Acranthera longipetiolata

What is the common name of Acranthera longipetiolata?

Longipetiolata Acranthera

What type of plant is Acranthera longipetiolata?

Tree

Species in the Acranthera genus

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2391: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.