Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
caribaeus
ID:
671420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 7: 168 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670752



Common Names

  • Actinostemon caribaeus
  • Caribaeus Actinostemon
  • Caribbean Actinostemon


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Description

Actinostemon caribaeus (also called Caribbean Star-flower, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Caribbean region. It has a low-growing habit and is characterized by its small, yellow-green flowers and its long, slender leaves. It is found in sandy soils, open woods, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Actinostemon caribaeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Actinostemon caribaeus is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinostemon caribaeus can be propagated through division of clumps or by seed. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage additional blooming.

Where to Find Actinostemon caribaeus

Actinostemon caribaeus is native to the Caribbean and can be found in grasslands and woodlands.

Actinostemon caribaeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinostemon caribaeus?

Actinostemon caribaeus

What is the common name of Actinostemon caribaeus?

Caribbean Actinostemon

What is the natural habitat of Actinostemon caribaeus?

Dry, sandy or gravelly soils in desert scrub, creosote bush scrub, and Joshua tree woodland

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2792: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.