Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
acariaeanthus
ID:
749414

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) H.Schaef. & S.S.Renner

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 135 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748747



Common Names

  • Pteropepon Acariaeanthus
  • Acariaeanthus Pteropepon
  • Acariaeanthus


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Description

Pteropepon acariaeanthus (also called Acariaeanthus pteropepon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist and shady places, such as forests, shrubs, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pteropepon acariaeanthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pteropepon acariaeanthus are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteropepon acariaeanthus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn. Very easy, larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Pteropepon acariaeanthus

Pteropepon acariaeanthus is native to Southeast Asia.

Pteropepon acariaeanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteropepon acariaeanthus?

Pteropepon acariaeanthus

What is the common name of Pteropepon acariaeanthus?

Acariaeanthus Pteropepon

What is the natural habitat of Pteropepon acariaeanthus?

Woodlands, scrub and grasslands

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

Susanne Renner (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Renner' in the authors string.
Hanno Schaefer (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Schaef.' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.