Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
631886

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 549 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631218



Common Names

  • Cyathula Prostrata
  • Prostrate Cyathula
  • Prostrate Burrweed


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Synonyms

  • Pupalia prostrata (L.) Mart. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes alternifolia L.f. [deprecated]
  • Achyranthes debilis Poir. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes diffusa Moench [unknown]
  • Achyranthes globosa Pers. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes mollis Lepr. ex Seub. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes prostrata L. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes repens B.Heyne [unknown]
  • Cyathula alternifolia Druce [unknown]
  • Cyathula geniculata Lour. [unknown]
  • Cyathula globosa Moq. [unknown]
  • Cyathula repens Moq. [unknown]
  • Desmochaeta globosa Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Desmochaeta micrantha DC. [unknown]
  • Desmochaeta prostrata (L.) DC. [unknown]
  • Desmochaeta repens Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Cyathula prostrata prostrata [unknown]

Description

Cyathula prostrata (also called Cyathula prostrata var. prostrata, 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 prostrata 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cyathula prostrata var. lancifolia (Merr.) Backer
Cyathula prostrata var. pedicellata (C.B.Clarke) Cavaco

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyathula prostrata 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 prostrata is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Cyathula prostrata

Cyathula prostrata is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Cyathula prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathula prostrata?

Cyathula prostrata

What type of plant is Cyathula prostrata?

It is an aquatic plant

What is the natural habitat of Cyathula prostrata?

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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