Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
sinaloensis
ID:
540653

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Leonard & Gentry) T.F.Daniel

Source:
cmp

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 75: 548 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539985



Common Names

  • Sinaloense Aphanosperma
  • Sinaloense Aphanosperm
  • Sinaloense Aphanosperme


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Description

Aphanosperma sinaloensis (also called Fern, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It is a low-growing plant with long, narrow leaves and small, brown flowers. It is usually found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aphanosperma sinaloensis is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aphanosperma sinaloensis is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single seed. The seed is small and round, with a thin seed coat. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single leaf at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphanosperma sinaloensis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. Plant divisions in moist soil in full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Aphanosperma sinaloensis

Aphanosperma sinaloensis can be found in Mexico.

Aphanosperma sinaloensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphanosperma sinaloensis?

Aphanosperma sinaloensis

What is the common name of Aphanosperma sinaloensis?

Sinaloensis

What type of plant is Aphanosperma sinaloensis?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Aphanosperma genus

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Howard Scott Gentry (1903-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gentry' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.