Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
acuparata
ID:
389382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miers

Source:
cmp

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bot. 3: 61 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388714



Common Names

  • Acuparata Broomrape
  • Acuparata Stickweed
  • Acuparata Cancer-root


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Description

Odontocarya acuparata (also called acuparata toothwort, among many other common names) is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It is usually found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Odontocarya acuparata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontocarya acuparata has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontocarya acuparata is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Odontocarya acuparata

Odontocarya acuparata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, and Peru.

Odontocarya acuparata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontocarya acuparata?

Odontocarya acuparata

What is the common name of Odontocarya acuparata?

Acuparata Toothwort

What is the natural habitat of Odontocarya acuparata?

It is found in tropical forests in South America

Species in the Odontocarya genus

Odontocarya acuparata, Odontocarya petiolaris, Odontocarya mallosperma, Odontocarya hastata, Odontocarya froesii, Odontocarya floribunda, Odontocarya tamoides, Odontocarya steyermarkii, Odontocarya zuliana, Odontocarya vitis, Odontocarya membranacea, Odontocarya diplobotrya, Odontocarya ulei, Odontocarya tripetala, Odontocarya truncata, Odontocarya macarenae, Odontocarya echinus, Odontocarya dielsiana, Odontocarya klugii, Odontocarya deminuta, Odontocarya integrifolia, Odontocarya emarginata, Odontocarya monandra, Odontocarya syncretica, Odontocarya rusbyi, Odontocarya krukoviana, Odontocarya wullschlaegelii, Odontocarya perforata, Odontocarya schimpffii, Odontocarya magnifolia, Odontocarya micrantha, Odontocarya mexicana, Odontocarya tenacissima, Odontocarya septemfida, Odontocarya amazonum, Odontocarya asarifolia, Odontocarya duckei, Odontocarya miersiana, Odontocarya smithiorum,

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2397104: Based on the initial data import
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.