Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 151 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513786
Common Names
- Falcata Acanthosyris
- Falcate Acanthosyris
- Falcate Acanthus
Description
Acanthosyris falcata (also called Sickle-leaved 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 falcata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acanthosyris falcata has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acanthosyris falcata 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 falcata
Acanthosyris falcata can be found in dry grasslands and steppes in Central Asia.
Acanthosyris falcata FAQ
What is the common name of Acanthosyris falcata?
Falcata Acanthosyris
What is the scientific name of Falcata Acanthosyris?
Acanthosyris falcata
What is the natural habitat of Acanthosyris falcata?
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,