Species:
cordato-acuminatum
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 88(2): 136 (-138; fig. 1) (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132006
Common Names
- Cordato-acuminatum
- Cordato-acuminatum Austroeupatorium
- Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum
Description
Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum (also called Cordate-acuminate eupatorium, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Brazil, and is found in disturbed areas, pastures, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum is a medicinal plant that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating diabetes, hypertension, and digestive issues. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be divided in spring or fall.
Where to Find Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum
Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum is native to tropical Africa.
Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum?
Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum
What is the family of Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum?
South America
Species in the Austroeupatorium genus
Austroeupatorium morii,
Austroeupatorium rosmarinaceum,
Austroeupatorium inulaefolium,
Austroeupatorium apense,
Austroeupatorium patens,
Austroeupatorium albescens,
Austroeupatorium picturatum,
Austroeupatorium laetevirens,
Austroeupatorium paulinum,
Austroeupatorium silphiifolium,
Austroeupatorium decemflorum,
Austroeupatorium neglectum,
Austroeupatorium chaparense,
Austroeupatorium cordato-acuminatum,
Austroeupatorium petrophilum,
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,