Cyathula officinalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
officinalis
ID:
631876
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.C.Kuan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 14(1): 60 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631208
Common Names
- Cyathula Officinalis
- Officinal Cyathula
- Officinal Burrweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyathula officinalis (also called Cyathula prostrata var. officinalis, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a taproot and is covered with short hairs. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in open grasslands, wastelands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Cyathula officinalis is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyathula officinalis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Cyathula officinalis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Division is best done in the spring. The rhizomes should be divided and replanted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cyathula officinalis
Cyathula officinalis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Cyathula officinalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyathula officinalis?
Cyathula officinalis
What type of plant is Cyathula officinalis?
It is an aquatic plant
What is the natural habitat of Cyathula officinalis?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Cyathula genus
Cyathula achyranthoides, Cyathula biflora, Cyathula braunii, Cyathula capitata, Cyathula ceylanica, Cyathula coriacea, Cyathula cylindrica, Cyathula divulsa, Cyathula erinacea, Cyathula fernando-poensis, Cyathula humbertiana, Cyathula lanceolata, Cyathula madagascaricuais, Cyathula mollis, Cyathula natalensis, Cyathula obtusifolia, Cyathula officinalis, Cyathula orthacantha, Cyathula perrieriana, Cyathula pobeguinii, Cyathula polycephala, Cyathula prostrata, Cyathula semirosulata, Cyathula sphaerocephala, Cyathula tomentosa, Cyathula triuncinata, Cyathula triuncinella, Cyathula uncinulata, Cyathula madagascariensis,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2749224: Based on the initial data import
Ke Chien Kuan (b.1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.C.Kuan' in the authors string.