Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
divergens
ID:
57880

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) H.Rob. & Skvarla

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(2): 140 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000057209



Common Names

  • Acilepis divergens
  • Divergens
  • Acilepis


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia divergens Kuntze [unknown]
  • Lysistemma divergens (DC.) Steetz [unknown]
  • Eupatorium versicolor Wall. [unknown]
  • Conyza divergens Wall. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium polyanthum Wall. [unknown]
  • Gymnanthemum metzianum Sch.Bip. ex Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Conyza multiflora Wall. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium nepalense Spreng. [unknown]
  • Conyza lanceolata Wall. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium acuminatum D.Don [unknown]
  • Vernonia nilgherryensis DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium acuminatum D.Don & Prodr [unknown]
  • Eupatorium polyanthemum Wall. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium divergens Roxb. [illegitimate]
  • Vernonia divergens (DC.) Edgew. [unknown]
  • Vernonia multiflora Less. [unknown]
  • Gymnanthemum divergens (DC.) Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Vernonia aspera Less. [unknown]
  • Decaneurum divergens DC. [unknown]
  • Vernonia metziana Sch.Bip. ex Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Lysistemma multiflorum Steetz [unknown]

Description

Acilepis divergens (also called Divergent False Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in open grasslands, dry deciduous forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acilepis divergens is used as an ornamental plant and can be used for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acilepis divergens is a yellow-orange composite flower head, composed of many small disc florets surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acilepis divergens is a perennial herb native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips and root them in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acilepis divergens

Acilepis divergens can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Morocco, and Algeria.

Acilepis divergens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acilepis divergens?

Acilepis divergens

What is the common name of Acilepis divergens?

Divergent Acilepis

What is the habitat of Acilepis divergens?

Acilepis divergens is found in dry, open areas, such as roadsides and grasslands.

Species in the Acilepis genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-155890: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.