Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brasilianum
ID:
124380

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 25: 363 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123709



Common Names

  • Brazilian Adenostemma
  • Adenostemma
  • Brazilian Thoroughwort


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Synonyms

  • Adenostemma decumbens Don ex Heynh. [unknown]
  • Adenostemma triangulare DC. [unknown]
  • Adenostemma viscosum auct.non R.E.Fr. [deprecated]
  • Lavenia latifolia Spreng. [deprecated]
  • Verbesina brasiliana Pers. [unknown]
  • Adenostemma brasilianum brasilianum [unknown]
  • Lavenia divaricata Ham.DC. [deprecated]
  • Adenostemma berteroi DC. [unknown]
  • Lavenia alba Wall. [deprecated]
  • Lavenia nudiflora Hort.Calc. ex DC. [deprecated]
  • Adenostemma brasilianum triangulare Malme [unknown]
  • Lavenia carnosa Wall. [deprecated]
  • Adenostemma erectum (Sw.) DC. [deprecated]
  • Lavenia elata Spreng. [deprecated]
  • Lavenia decumbens Spreng. [unknown]
  • Adenostemma rivale Dalzell [deprecated]
  • Adenostemma aquaticum D.Don [deprecated]
  • Adenostemma leiocarpum DC. [deprecated]
  • Adenostemma tinctorium (Lour.) Cass. [deprecated]
  • Spilanthes tinctoria Lour. [deprecated]
  • Lavenia montana Mart. ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Adenostemma brasilianum (also called Brazilian Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is usually found in disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Adenostemma brasilianum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adenostemma brasilianum is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenostemma brasilianum is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take 4-6 inch cuttings from the stems and place them in a pot filled with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Adenostemma brasilianum

Adenostemma brasilianum is found in Brazil and Paraguay.

Adenostemma brasilianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenostemma brasilianum?

Adenostemma brasilianum

What type of plant is Adenostemma brasilianum?

It is an annual herbaceous plant.

Where is Adenostemma brasilianum found?

It is found 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-84846: Based on the initial data import
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.