Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pereirae
ID:
1305599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bautista, S.Ortiz & Rodr.Oubiña

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 36(1): 227 (-230; figs. 2-3, (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318053



Common Names

  • Acritopappus pereirae
  • Pereirae Acritopappus
  • Pereirae-leaved Acritopappus


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Description

Acritopappus pereirae (also called Pereira's Acritopappus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, forests, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Acritopappus pereirae is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acritopappus pereirae are white, small and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acritopappus pereirae is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in a well-drained potting mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they are established.

Where to Find Acritopappus pereirae

Acritopappus pereirae is found in the Amazon biome of Brazil.

Acritopappus pereirae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acritopappus pereirae?

Acritopappus pereirae

What is the family of Acritopappus pereirae?

Asteraceae

What is the distribution of Acritopappus pereirae?

Brazil

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

Hortensia Pousada Bautista (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bautista' in the authors string.
Santiago Ortiz Nuñez (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Ortiz' in the authors string.
Juan Rodríguez Oubiña: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodr.Oubiña' in the authors string.