Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
benthamianus
ID:
296060

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Puttock

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 12: 277 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295392

Common Names

  • Bentham's Rush
  • Bentham's Wire-rush
  • Bentham's Wiregrass

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Synonyms

  • Randia benthamiana F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Atractocarpus benthamianus (also called Bentham's Atractocarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 40 cm in height. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands in Argentina, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Uses & Benefits

Atractocarpus benthamianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Atractocarpus benthamianus sub. benthamianus
Atractocarpus benthamianus sub. glaber Puttock

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Atractocarpus benthamianus is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are small, oval, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atractocarpus benthamianus can be propagated by seeds or by division of the clumps. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize the plant during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Atractocarpus benthamianus

Atractocarpus benthamianus can be found in Mexico.

Atractocarpus benthamianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atractocarpus benthamianus?

Atractocarpus benthamianus

What is the common name of Atractocarpus benthamianus?

Bentham's Atractocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Atractocarpus benthamianus?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Atractocarpus genus

Atractocarpus aragoensis, Atractocarpus benthamianus, Atractocarpus bracteatus, Atractocarpus carolinensis, Atractocarpus chartaceus, Atractocarpus crosbyi, Atractocarpus cucumicarpus, Atractocarpus decorus, Atractocarpus fitzalanii, Atractocarpus heterophyllus, Atractocarpus hirtus, Atractocarpus longestipitatus, Atractocarpus longipes, Atractocarpus macarthurii, Atractocarpus merikin, Atractocarpus oblongus, Atractocarpus obscurinervius, Atractocarpus pentagonioides, Atractocarpus platixylon, Atractocarpus pterocarpon, Atractocarpus rotundifolius, Atractocarpus sessilis, Atractocarpus simulans, Atractocarpus stipularis, Atractocarpus tahitiensis, Atractocarpus tenuiflorus, Atractocarpus vaginatus, Atractocarpus versteegii, Atractocarpus colnettianus, Atractocarpus mollis, Atractocarpus ngoyensis, Atractocarpus brandzeanus, Atractocarpus nigricans, Atractocarpus pancherianus, Atractocarpus pseudoterminalis, Atractocarpus artensis, Atractocarpus sezitat, Atractocarpus baladicus, Atractocarpus confertus, Atractocarpus deplanchei,

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-17719: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Christopher Francis Puttock (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puttock' in the authors string.