Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
perrieriana
ID:
631883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cavaco

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 99: 130 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631215



Common Names

  • Cyathula Perrieriana
  • Perrier Cyathula
  • Perrier Burrweed


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Description

Cyathula perrieriana (also called Cyathula prostrata var. perrieriana, 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 perrieriana 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 perrieriana 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathula perrieriana 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 perrieriana

Cyathula perrieriana is native to Madagascar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Cyathula perrieriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathula perrieriana?

Cyathula perrieriana

What type of plant is Cyathula perrieriana?

It is an aquatic plant

What is the natural habitat of Cyathula perrieriana?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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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