Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filipes
ID:
124899

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) R.K.Jansen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 8: 58. 1985 ; Syst. Acmella (Asterac.-Heliantheae)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124228



Common Names

  • Filipes Acmella
  • Acmella filipes
  • Filipes Toothpick Plant


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Description

Acmella filipes (also called Filipe Acmella, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter and has a woody stem. It is found in dry areas, such as hillsides, and prefers sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Acmella filipes is a plant that is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory infections. It is also used as an antifungal and to reduce inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acmella filipes var. parvifolia (Benth.) R.K.Jansen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acmella filipes has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, flat and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acmella filipes is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be propagated by division in the spring or summer and planted in a sandy, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Water regularly until established.

Where to Find Acmella filipes

Acmella filipes is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Acmella filipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acmella filipes?

Acmella filipes

What is the common name of Acmella filipes?

Filipe Acmella

What is the habitat of Acmella filipes?

It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open forests in South America.

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-85338: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Robert K. Jansen (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Jansen' in the authors string.