Status:
valid
Authors:
P.K.Mukh.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Ombell. Contrib. Pluridisc. Syst. 2: 52 (1977 publ. 1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518766
Common Names
- Acronema pseudotenera
- Pseudotenera Acronema
- False-tender Acronema
Description
Acronema pseudotenera (also called Falsely Tender Acronema, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Acronema pseudotenera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White or pinkish flowers with a yellow centre. Seed: Small, black, oval-shaped seeds. Seedlings: Thin, delicate, and bright green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acronema pseudotenera is a tropical, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 feet. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is grown in warm climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist location.
Where to Find Acronema pseudotenera
Acronema pseudotenera is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Acronema pseudotenera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acronema pseudotenera?
Acronema pseudotenera
What is the common name of Acronema pseudotenera?
Pseudo-Tender Acronema
Where is Acronema pseudotenera native to?
Northeastern India
Species in the Acronema genus
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,
Acronema chienii,
Acronema chinense,
Acronema commutatum,
Acronema cryptosciadeum,
Acronema dyssimetriradiata,
Acronema edosmioides,
Acronema evolutum,
Acronema forrestii,
Acronema gracile,
Acronema graminifolium,
Acronema handelii,
Acronema hookeri,
Acronema ioniostyles,
Acronema johrianum,
Acronema minus,
Acronema mukherjeeanum,
Acronema muscicola,
Acronema nervosum,
Acronema paniculatum,
Acronema phaeosciadeum,
Acronema pilosum,
Acronema pneumatophobium,
Acronema pseudotenera,
Acronema refugicola,
Acronema rivale,
Acronema schneideri,
Acronema sichuanense,
Acronema tenerum,
Acronema xizangense,
Acronema yadongense,
Acronema wolffiana,
Acronema crassifolium,
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,