Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decumbens
ID:
22897

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sm.) R.K.Jansen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 8: 80. 1985 ; Syst. Acmella (Asterac.-Heliantheae)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022226



Common Names

  • Acmella decumbens
  • Layia fremontii
  • Glossopappus macrotus


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Synonyms

  • Spilanthes helenioides Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus decumbens (Sm.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Rudbeckia decumbens Sm. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes decumbens decumbens [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus decumbens decumbens [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus decumbens macropodus (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Spilanthes decumbens (Sm.) A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Spilanthes americana stolonifera A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Spilanthes stolonifera stolonifera [unknown]
  • Spilanthes arnicoides macropoda (DC.) Baker [unknown]
  • Spilanthes decumbens macropoda A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Acmella decumbens decumbens [unknown]
  • Verbesina buphthalmoides Link & Otto [unknown]
  • Spilanthes stenophylla Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes macropoda DC. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes stolonifera DC. [unknown]

Description

Acmella decumbens (also called Spreading Toothpickweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found growing in dry and sunny places.

Uses & Benefits

Acmella decumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acmella decumbens var. affinis (Hook. & Arn.) R.K.Jansen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acmella decumbens is yellow in color and has a bell-shaped shape. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liparis ferruginea is a terrestrial orchid native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is a small plant with a single leaf and a single flower. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Acmella decumbens

Acmella decumbens can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.

Acmella decumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acmella decumbens?

Acmella decumbens

What is the common name of Acmella decumbens?

Decumbent Acmella

What is the natural habitat of Acmella decumbens?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

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-121488: Based on the initial data import
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.
Robert K. Jansen (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Jansen' in the authors string.