Acmella uliginosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uliginosa
ID:
133631
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sw.) Cass.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1822
Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 24: 331 (1822)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132960
Common Names
- Marsh-Mallow
- Uliginosa Marsh-Mallow
- Acmella
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acmella uliginosa (also called Marsh-mallow, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that can grow up to 60 cm tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions and is found in wet meadows, marshes and other wet habitats. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acmella uliginosa is a drought-tolerant plant that can be used in xeriscaping. It is also known for its ability to attract pollinators and is often used in butterfly gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acmella uliginosa is a yellow-orange color and has a daisy-like structure. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acmella uliginosa is an annual herb native to South America. It is easily propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring.
Where to Find Acmella uliginosa
Acmella uliginosa is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.
Acmella uliginosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acmella uliginosa?
Acmella uliginosa
What is the common name of Acmella uliginosa?
Marsh-Mallow
What is the growth habit of Acmella uliginosa?
It is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and small, yellow flowers
Species in the Acmella genus
Acmella caulirhiza, Acmella papposa, Acmella alpestris, Acmella decumbens, Acmella leucantha, Acmella glaberrima, Acmella ciliata, Acmella oleracea, Acmella calva, Acmella grisea, Acmella alba, Acmella bellidioides, Acmella radicans, Acmella repens, Acmella pilosa, Acmella brachyglossa, Acmella sodiroi, Acmella leptophylla, Acmella poliolepidica, Acmella psilocarpa, Acmella pusilla, Acmella grandiflora, Acmella iodiscaea, Acmella filipes, Acmella ramosa, Acmella uliginosa, Acmella paniculata, Acmella darwinii, Acmella lundellii, Acmella serratifolia, Acmella marajoensis,
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-9379: Based on the initial data import
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.