Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
acuminata
ID:
691937

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) R.Wilczek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 25: 304 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691270



Common Names

  • Flabellariopsis acuminata
  • Sea Lavender
  • Sea Lavender Plant


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Synonyms

  • Triaspis acuminata Engl. [unknown]
  • Brachylophon acuminatum (Engl.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Brachylophon niedenzuianum Engl.apud Niedenzu [unknown]
  • Brachylophon niedenzuianum acuminatum (Engl.) Nied. [unknown]

Description

Flabellariopsis acuminata (also called Acuminate Fanwort, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to North America. It typically grows up to 15-30 cm tall and has a clump-forming habit. It is found in shallow, still waters, as well as in slow-moving streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Flabellariopsis acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Flabellariopsis acuminata is a small, white flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Flabellariopsis acuminata is an evergreen perennial that grows in a clump and can reach heights of 6-12 inches. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Flabellariopsis acuminata

Flabellariopsis acuminata is native to tropical regions of South America, including Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Flabellariopsis acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Flabellariopsis acuminata?

Flabellariopsis acuminata

What is the common name of Flabellariopsis acuminata?

Acuminata Flabellariopsis

Where is Flabellariopsis acuminata found?

Flabellariopsis acuminata is found in Central and South America

Species in the Flabellariopsis genus

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2813218: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.