Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nayarii
ID:
51496

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Uniyal) H.Rob. & Skvarla

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(2): 141 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050825



Common Names

  • Acilepis Nayarii
  • Nayarii Acilepis
  • Nayarii's Acilepis


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia recurva Bedd. ex S.Moore [unknown]
  • Vernonia nayarii Uniyal [unknown]

Description

Acilepis nayarii (also called Nayar's Acilepis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a single flower head. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes at elevations of 500-2,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Acilepis nayarii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acilepis nayarii is white and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is small and has a brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acilepis nayarii is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It grows in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Acilepis nayarii

Acilepis nayarii can be found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Acilepis nayarii FAQ

What are the common names of Acilepis nayarii?

Common names of Acilepis nayarii include Nayar's Acilepis and Nayar's False Boneset

What is the growth habit of Acilepis nayarii?

Acilepis nayarii is an upright, clump-forming perennial with a woody base

What is the native range of Acilepis nayarii?

Acilepis nayarii is native to the southeastern United States

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-149364: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Bhagwati Prasad Uniyal (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Uniyal' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.