Acrosanthes angustifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
519590
Status:
valid
Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral. 3: 329. 1837.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518922
Common Names
- Angustifolia Beak-sedge
- Angustifolia Beaked-rush
- Angustifolia Beak-rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Aizoon angustifolium (Eckl. & Zeyh.) D.Dietr. [unknown]
- Didaste decandra E.Mey. ex Harv. & Sond. [illegitimate]
Description
Acrosanthes angustifolia (also called Angustifolia Beakrush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to New Zealand. It grows in moist, grassy areas and has long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acrosanthes angustifolia is used for medicinal purposes, as well as for traditional ceremonies and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acrosanthes angustifolia has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and fragile.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acrosanthes angustifolia is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting medium. Layering is done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. Once the branch has rooted, it can be cut from the parent plant and transplanted.
Where to Find Acrosanthes angustifolia
Acrosanthes angustifolia is found in rainforest areas of Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.
Acrosanthes angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acrosanthes angustifolia?
Acrosanthes angustifolia
What is the common name of Acrosanthes angustifolia?
Angustifolia
Where is Acrosanthes angustifolia found?
It is found in South America, mainly in Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina.
Species in the Acrosanthes genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000518922: Based on the initial data import