Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
obtusifolia
ID:
519353

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.H.Blom

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 3: 151 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518685



Common Names

  • Acroglochin obtusifolia
  • Obtusifolia Acroglochin
  • Blunt-Leaved Acroglochin


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Description

Acroglochin obtusifolia (also called Obtuse-Leaved Acroglochin, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to South Africa, where it is found in dry, rocky areas. It is a small shrub with yellow flowers and small, round fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Acroglochin obtusifolia is a shrub native to South Africa. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its small yellow flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acroglochin obtusifolia is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with 6 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acroglochin obtusifolia is a perennial herb that can grow up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Acroglochin obtusifolia

Acroglochin obtusifolia is found in dry grasslands in South Africa.

Acroglochin obtusifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acroglochin obtusifolia?

Acroglochin obtusifolia

What is the common name of Acroglochin obtusifolia?

Obtusifolia Acroglochin

What type of plant is Acroglochin obtusifolia?

Acroglochin obtusifolia is a species of grass

Species in the Acroglochin genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

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