Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
americana
ID:
296522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hitchc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Rep. (Annual) Missouri Bot. Gard. 4: 92 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295854

Common Names

  • Rachicallis americana
  • Americana Rachicallis
  • Rachicallis

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Synonyms

  • Oldenlandia rupestris Lam. [valid]
  • Rachicallis rupestris DC. [valid]
  • Rachicallis maritima K.Schum. [valid]
  • Hedyotis americana Jacq. [valid]
  • Hedyotis rupestris Sw. [valid]

Description

Rachicallis americana (also called American Star-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woods and meadows. It has narrow, linear leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rachicallis americana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rachicallis americana are white and bell-shaped, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rachicallis americana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Rachicallis americana

Rachicallis americana is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Rachicallis americana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rachicallis americana?

Rachicallis americana

What is the common name of Rachicallis americana?

American Rachicallis

What is the natural habitat of Rachicallis americana?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Rachicallis genus

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-177654: Based on the initial data import
A. S. Hitchcock (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hitchc.' in the authors string.