Acropogon merytifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Morat & Chalopin
Source:
cmp
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 25: 192 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518914
Common Names
- Acropogon merytifolius
- Merytifolius Acropogon
- Acropogon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acropogon merytifolius (also called Merytifolius Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Central America. It grows in moist, grassy areas and has long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acropogon merytifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acropogon merytifolius has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and fragile.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acropogon merytifolius is a perennial grass that grows in clumps. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-drilled soil in a sunny location.
Where to Find Acropogon merytifolius
Acropogon merytifolius can be found in rainforests in New Caledonia.
Acropogon merytifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acropogon merytifolius?
Acropogon merytifolius
What is the family of Acropogon merytifolius?
Poaceae
Where is Acropogon merytifolius found?
India, Sri Lanka
Species in the Acropogon genus
Acropogon calcicola, Acropogon paagoumenensis, Acropogon pilosus, Acropogon tireliae, Acropogon aoupiniensis, Acropogon austrocaledonicus, Acropogon bosseri, Acropogon bullatus, Acropogon chalopiniae, Acropogon domatifer, Acropogon dzumacensis, Acropogon fatsioides, Acropogon francii, Acropogon grandiflorus, Acropogon jaffrei, Acropogon macrocarpus, Acropogon margaretae, Acropogon megaphyllus, Acropogon merytifolius, Acropogon sageniifolius, Acropogon schefflerifolius, Acropogon schistophilus, Acropogon schumannianus, Acropogon veillonii, Acropogon moratianus,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2620367: Based on the initial data import
Philippe Morat (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morat' in the authors string.
Monique Chalopin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chalopin' in the authors string.