Actinostemma parvifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolium
ID:
520260
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cogn.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 275 I: 35 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519592
Common Names
- Actinostemma parvifolium
- Small-leaved Actinostemma
- Small-leaved Cotton-bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Actinostemma parvifolium (also called Small-leaved Actinostemma, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a tufted habit and a creeping rhizome. It is native to India, and is found in dry grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Actinostemma parvifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Actinostemma parvifolium is small and white, with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actinostemma parvifolium can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Actinostemma parvifolium
Actinostemma parvifolium is native to India, and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Actinostemma parvifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinostemma parvifolium?
Actinostemma parvifolium
What is the natural habitat of Actinostemma parvifolium?
It is found in moist evergreen forests in India.
What are the uses of Actinostemma parvifolium?
It is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.
Species in the Actinostemma genus
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2621027: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.