Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pseudanthemis
ID:
90951

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunze ex Willk.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 22: 253 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090280



Common Names

  • Hymenostemma pseudanthemis
  • False-Flax
  • False-Anthemis


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Synonyms

  • Prolongoa pseudanthemis Kunze [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum pseudanthemis Cout. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum carnosum Pers. [unknown]
  • Leucanthemum murcicum J.Gay ex Willk. [unknown]
  • Hymenostemma paludosum Willk. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum setabense Dufour ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Hymenostemma pseudanthemis (also called False Hymenostemma, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Americas. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenostemma pseudanthemis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenostemma pseudanthemis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenostemma pseudanthemis is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Hymenostemma pseudanthemis requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought and frost.

Where to Find Hymenostemma pseudanthemis

Hymenostemma pseudanthemis is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Hymenostemma pseudanthemis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenostemma pseudanthemis?

Hymenostemma pseudanthemis

What is the family of Hymenostemma pseudanthemis?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Hymenostemma pseudanthemis?

False Anthemis

Species in the Hymenostemma 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-46567: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Moritz Willkomm (1821-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willk.' in the authors string.
Gustav Kunze (1793-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunze' in the authors string.