Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gilg) Jacq.-Fél.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia , sér. 4, 16(2-4): 271 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000057195
Common Names
- Antherotoma densiflora
- Densiflora
- Antherotoma
Synonyms
- Osbeckia densiflora Gilg [unknown]
Description
Antherotoma densiflora (also called Dense-flowered Antherotoma, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to India. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in open grasslands, dry deciduous forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Antherotoma densiflora is used as an ornamental plant and can be used for soil erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Antherotoma densiflora is a yellow-orange composite flower head, composed of many small disc florets surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Antherotoma densiflora is a perennial herb native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips and root them in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Antherotoma densiflora
Antherotoma densiflora is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found growing in moist, shady areas, such as forests, grasslands, and riverbanks.
Antherotoma densiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antherotoma densiflora?
Antherotoma densiflora
What is the common name of Antherotoma densiflora?
Dense-flowered Antherotoma
What is the habitat of Antherotoma densiflora?
Antherotoma densiflora is found in dry, open areas, such as roadsides and grasslands.
Species in the Antherotoma genus
Antherotoma irvingiana,
Antherotoma gracilis,
Antherotoma tisserantii,
Antherotoma tenuis,
Antherotoma densiflora,
Antherotoma naudinii,
Antherotoma debilis,
Antherotoma procumbens,
Antherotoma proschii,
Antherotoma wildei,
Antherotoma fenarolii,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei,
Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,