Acilepis peninsularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peninsularis
ID:
56687
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) H.Rob. & Skvarla
Source:
gcc
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(2): 142 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056016
Common Names
- Acilepis
- Peninsularis
- Peninsular
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acilepis peninsularis (also called Peninsula Acilepis, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico. It is found in open grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Acilepis peninsularis has been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, as well as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Acilepis peninsularis var. kodayarensis (A.N.Henry & Gopalan) Ras.Beeg. & SibiFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acilepis peninsularis has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acilepis peninsularis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-prepared seed bed and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned out when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Acilepis peninsularis
Acilepis peninsularis is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical forests of the Yucatan Peninsula.
Acilepis peninsularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acilepis peninsularis?
Acilepis peninsularis
What is the common name of Acilepis peninsularis?
Acilepis peninsularis
Where is Acilepis peninsularis found?
Acilepis peninsularis is found in Mexico.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-154667: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.