Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaule
ID:
823700

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Ann. K. K. Naturhist. Hofmus. 27: 431 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000823034

Common Names

  • Asyneuma Amplexicaule
  • Amplexicaule Asyneuma
  • Amplexicaule Wild Petunia

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Description

Asyneuma amplexicaule (also called Ample-leaved Asyneuma, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Plantaginaceae. It is native to Africa. It is found in subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Asyneuma amplexicaule is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Asyneuma amplexicaule sub. aucheri (A.DC.) Bornm.
Asyneuma amplexicaule sub. amplexicaule

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asyneuma amplexicaule is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a small, white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asyneuma amplexicaule can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright light and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Where to Find Asyneuma amplexicaule

Asyneuma amplexicaule can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil.

Asyneuma amplexicaule FAQ

What is the common name of Asyneuma amplexicaule?

Clasping Asyneuma

What is the scientific name of Asyneuma amplexicaule?

Asyneuma amplexicaule

What is the family of Asyneuma amplexicaule?

Asteraceae

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-360673: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.