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
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.
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 Acritopappus genus
Acritopappus subtomentosus,
Acritopappus diamantinicus,
Acritopappus longifolius,
Acritopappus harleyi,
Acritopappus prunifolius,
Acritopappus pintoi,
Acritopappus santosii,
Acritopappus buiquensis,
Acritopappus teixeirae,
Acritopappus connatifolius,
Acritopappus micropappus,
Acritopappus catolesensis,
Acritopappus morii,
Acritopappus confertus,
Acritopappus heterolepis,
Acritopappus irwinii,
Acritopappus pereirae,
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,