Amphoricarpos autariatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
autariatus
ID:
31502
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blečić & E.Mayer
Source:
gcc
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 12: 155 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030831
Common Names
- Autar's Amphoricarpos
- Autar's Cottonrose
- Autar's Cottonweed
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- Amphoricarpos neumayeri murbeckii Bosnjak [unknown]
Description
Amphoricarpos autariatus (also called 'Autumn snowberry' and 'Autumn-berry', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to North America. It has white flowers and oval leaves. It grows in moist, well-drained soils and prefers partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Amphoricarpos autariatus is used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food for animals.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Amphoricarpos autariatus sub. autariatusAmphoricarpos autariatus sub. bertisceus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Amphoricarpos autariatus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, upright stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Amphoricarpos autariatus is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that is native to Mexico. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Amphoricarpos autariatus
Amphoricarpos autariatus can be found in the dry grasslands of Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Mongolia.
Amphoricarpos autariatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amphoricarpos autariatus?
Amphoricarpos autariatus
What type of plant is Amphoricarpos autariatus?
It is a shrub
Where is Amphoricarpos autariatus found?
It is found in South America
Species in the Amphoricarpos genus
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-129823: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Mayer (1920-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mayer' in the authors string.
Vilotije Blečić (1911-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blečić' in the authors string.