Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 2: 855 (1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539983
Common Names
- Rough-seeded Aphanopleura
- Roughseed Aphanopleura
- Rough-seeded Aphanopleura
Synonyms
- Ammi trachycarpum Fisch. ex Boiss. [unknown]
- Aphanopleura trachycarpa Lipsky [unknown]
- Carum trachycarpum Koso-Pol. [unknown]
Description
Aphanopleura trachysperma (also called Fern, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It is a low-growing plant with long, narrow leaves and small, brown flowers. It is usually found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aphanopleura trachysperma is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aphanopleura trachysperma is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single seed. The seed is small and round, with a thin seed coat. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single leaf at the top.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aphanopleura trachysperma is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. Plant divisions in moist soil in full sun to partial shade.
Where to Find Aphanopleura trachysperma
Aphanopleura trachysperma can be found in wetland areas in Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Aphanopleura trachysperma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aphanopleura trachysperma?
Aphanopleura trachysperma
What is the common name of Aphanopleura trachysperma?
Trachysperma
What type of plant is Aphanopleura trachysperma?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Aphanopleura genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
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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,
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Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,