Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
namnaoensis
ID:
1409438

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(2): 141. 2009 [30 Jul 2009]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421903



Common Names

  • Acilepis namnaoensis
  • Namnaoensis Acilepis
  • Namnaoensis Groundsel


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Description

Acilepis namnaoensis (also called Namnao Acilepis, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acilepis namnaoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acilepis namnaoensis has yellow flowers, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acilepis namnaoensis is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It requires regular watering and occasional fertilization. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant from becoming too large.

Where to Find Acilepis namnaoensis

Acilepis namnaoensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Acilepis namnaoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acilepis namnaoensis?

Acilepis namnaoensis

What is the common name of Acilepis namnaoensis?

Namnao Acilepis

What is the natural habitat of Acilepis namnaoensis?

Dry deciduous forests

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Hiroshige Koyama (1937-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Koyama' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.