Acilepis kerrii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kerrii
ID:
1326607
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Craib) Bunwong, Chantar. & S.C.Keeley
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 37: 42 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339061
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acilepis kerrii (also called Kerri Acilepis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Acilepis kerrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Acilepis kerrii are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acilepis kerrii is an evergreen shrub native to Thailand. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings. The cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and kept moist until rooting.
Where to Find Acilepis kerrii
Acilepis kerrii is native to Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Acilepis kerrii FAQ
What are the common names of Acilepis kerrii?
Kerr's Acilepis
What is the natural habitat of Acilepis kerrii?
It is native to India
What are the uses of Acilepis kerrii?
It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant
Species in the Acilepis genus
Acilepis clivorum, Acilepis nantcianensis, Acilepis dendigulensis, Acilepis scariosa, Acilepis silhetensis, Acilepis principis, Acilepis lobbii, Acilepis attenuata, Acilepis ngaoensis, Acilepis doichangensis, Acilepis heynei, Acilepis belcheri, Acilepis setigera, Acilepis nemoralis, Acilepis nayarii, Acilepis pseudosutepensis, Acilepis scariosa, Acilepis peguensis, Acilepis ornata, Acilepis chiangdaoensis, Acilepis thwaitesii, Acilepis gardneri, Acilepis kingii, Acilepis peninsularis, Acilepis tonkinensis, Acilepis virgata, Acilepis namnanensis, Acilepis divergens, Acilepis fysonii, Acilepis sutepensis, Acilepis aspera, Acilepis spirei, Acilepis saligna, Acilepis squarrosa, Acilepis kerrii, Acilepis anaimudica, Acilepis pulneyensis, Acilepis pothigaiana, Acilepis namnaoensis,
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
William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Sterling C. Keeley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Keeley' in the authors string.
Sukhonthip Bunwong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunwong' in the authors string.
Pranom Chantaranothai (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chantar.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77138473-1: Based on the initial data import