Anastraphia herrerae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
herrerae
ID:
55509
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ventosa
Source:
gcc
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 49: 39 (-41, 51; fig. 1) (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000054838
Common Names
- Herrerae Anastraphia
- Anastraphia Herrerae
- Herrerae's Anastraphia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anastraphia herrerae (also called Herrera's Climbing Hempweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in moist forests, pastures, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Anastraphia herrerae is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anastraphia herrerae has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anastraphia herrerae is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It is easily propagated by seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and moderate water. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Anastraphia herrerae
Anastraphia herrerae is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and scrublands.
Anastraphia herrerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anastraphia herrerae?
Anastraphia herrerae
What is the natural habitat of Anastraphia herrerae?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
What are the common uses of Anastraphia herrerae?
Medicinal, ornamental, and timber
Species in the Anastraphia genus
Anastraphia gomezii, Anastraphia obtusifolia, Anastraphia pauciflosculosa, Anastraphia attenuata, Anastraphia northropiana, Anastraphia buchii, Anastraphia ekmanii, Anastraphia mantuensis, Anastraphia enneantha, Anastraphia maisiana, Anastraphia shaferi, Anastraphia microcephala, Anastraphia cubensis, Anastraphia ilicifolia, Anastraphia oligantha, Anastraphia crassifolia, Anastraphia cristalensis, Anastraphia geigeliae, Anastraphia crebribracteata, Anastraphia herrerae, Anastraphia oviedoae, Anastraphia parvifolia, Anastraphia recurva, Anastraphia northropiana, Anastraphia montana, Anastraphia elliptica, Anastraphia tortuensis, Anastraphia obovata, Anastraphia cowellii, Anastraphia intertexta, Anastraphia calcicola, Anastraphia picardae, Anastraphia recurva, Anastraphia wilsonii, Anastraphia sessilis,
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-153463: Based on the initial data import
Iralys Ventosa Rodríguez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ventosa' in the authors string.