Status:
valid
Authors:
Clos
Source:
gcc
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. [Gay] 3: 101. 1848
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135208
Common Names
- Asteriscium aemocarpon
- Aemocarpon Asteriscium
- Aemocarpon Star-fruit
Synonyms
- Asteriscium ramosissimum Phil. [unknown]
- Asteriscium oemocarpum Walp. [unknown]
- Dipterygia aemocarpa (Clos) Kuntze [unknown]
- Dipterygia ramosissima Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Asteriscium aemocarpon (also called 'Woolly-fruited Asteriscium', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and grows in moist meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Asteriscium aemocarpon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asteriscium aemocarpon has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asteriscium aemocarpon can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.
Where to Find Asteriscium aemocarpon
Asteriscium aemocarpon is native to the temperate regions of Asia, including Japan, Korea, and China.
Asteriscium aemocarpon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asteriscium aemocarpon?
Asteriscium aemocarpon
What is the common name of Asteriscium aemocarpon?
Aemocarpon
What is the natural habitat of Asteriscium aemocarpon?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia
Species in the Asteriscium genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
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