Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Nee
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 48(4): 574. 1997 [1996 publ. 1997]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513784
Common Names
- Asipapote Acanthosyris
- Asipapote Acanthus
- Asipapote Acanthus
Description
Acanthosyris asipapote (also called Asipapote Acanthosyris, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a shrub native to South America, and is found in dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthosyris asipapote is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acanthosyris asipapote has yellow flowers with dark brown centers, and its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. Its seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acanthosyris asipapote is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed.
Where to Find Acanthosyris asipapote
Acanthosyris asipapote can be found in dry grasslands and steppes in Central Asia.
Acanthosyris asipapote FAQ
What is the common name of Acanthosyris asipapote?
Asipapote Acanthosyris
What is the scientific name of Asipapote Acanthosyris?
Acanthosyris asipapote
What is the natural habitat of Acanthosyris asipapote?
It is native to Mexico and Guatemala.
Species in the Acanthosyris genus
Species in the Santalaceae family
Acanthosyris annonagustata,
Acanthosyris asipapote,
Acanthosyris falcata,
Acanthosyris glabrata,
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii,
Acanthosyris spinescens,
Amphorogyne celastroides,
Amphorogyne spicata,
Amphorogyne staufferi,
Anthobolus erythrocaulis,
Anthobolus filifolius,
Anthobolus foveolatus,
Anthobolus leptomeroides,
Antidaphne amazonensis,
Antidaphne andina,
Antidaphne antidaphneoides,
Antidaphne glaziovii,
Antidaphne hondurensis,
Antidaphne punctulata,
Antidaphne schottii,
Antidaphne viscoidea,
Antidaphne wrightii,
Arceuthobium abietinum,
Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae,
Arceuthobium americanum,
Arceuthobium apachecum,
Arceuthobium azoricum,
Arceuthobium bicarinatum,
Arceuthobium blumeri,
Arceuthobium californicum,
Arceuthobium campylopodum,
Arceuthobium chinense,
Arceuthobium cyanocarpum,
Arceuthobium divaricatum,
Arceuthobium douglasii,
Arceuthobium gillii,
Arceuthobium globosum,
Arceuthobium guatemalense,
Arceuthobium hondurense,
Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae,
Arceuthobium littorum,
Arceuthobium microcarpum,
Arceuthobium minutissimum,
Arceuthobium monticola,
Arceuthobium nigrum,
Arceuthobium occidentale,
Arceuthobium oxycedri,
Arceuthobium pendens,
Arceuthobium pini,
Arceuthobium pusillum,