Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alatocarpa
ID:
95014

Status:
valid

Authors:
Melville

Source:
gcc

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Transactions of the Royal Society of South Australia 83 1960

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094343



Common Names

  • Alatocarpa Eclipta
  • High-fruit Eclipta
  • High-fruited Eclipta


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Description

Eclipta alatocarpa (also called Winged Eclipta, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem that can reach up to 1 m in height. It grows in disturbed areas, grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Eclipta alatocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used for decoration and its leaves are used for making tea. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eclipta alatocarpa has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eclipta alatocarpa is an annual herb that is native to the tropics. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed. It can also be propagated from cuttings in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Eclipta alatocarpa

Eclipta alatocarpa is native to India and can be found in moist, grassy areas.

Eclipta alatocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eclipta alatocarpa?

Eclipta alatocarpa

What are the common uses of Eclipta alatocarpa?

Eclipta alatocarpa is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

What is the natural habitat of Eclipta alatocarpa?

Eclipta alatocarpa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

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-50543: Based on the initial data import
Ronald Melville (1903-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melville' in the authors string.