Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
acanthorhipsis
ID:
393499

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f., Aellen & Esfand.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Anz. Österr. Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 89: 195 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392831



Common Names

  • Acanthorhipsis Yam
  • Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis
  • Acanthorhipsis Yam


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Synonyms

  • Chamaesciadium acanthorhipsis (Rech.f.) M.Hiroe [unknown]

Description

Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis (also called 'Acanthorhipsis Pycnocycla', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub with small, white flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food crop. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, light green shoot with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to water deeply and infrequently. Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis

Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis is native to the Mediterranean region.

Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis?

Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis

What is the common name of Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis?

Acanthorhipsis Pycnocycla

Where is Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis native to?

Central and South America

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,

References

Paul Aellen (1896-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aellen' in the authors string.
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Esfandiar Esfandiari (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esfand.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:847698-1: Based on the initial data import