Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 33: t. 20 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000403446
Common Names
- Acriopsis densiflora
- Dense-flowered Acriopsis
- Dense-flowered Lily
Description
Acriopsis densiflora (also called Dense-flowered Acriopsis, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant with long, lance-shaped leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, and it is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Acriopsis densiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and in erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Acriopsis densiflora var. borneensis (Ridl.) Minderh. & de Vogel
Acriopsis densiflora var. densiflora
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acriopsis densiflora has small, white, star-shaped flowers that grow in clusters, with small, dark brown seeds that are contained in a capsule. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acriopsis densiflora is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by division or by seed.
Where to Find Acriopsis densiflora
Acriopsis densiflora is native to Southeast Asia, and can be found in wet areas such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Acriopsis densiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acriopsis densiflora?
Acriopsis densiflora
What is the family of Acriopsis densiflora?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Acriopsis densiflora?
Dense-flowered Acriopsis
Species in the Acriopsis genus
Acriopsis carrii,
Acriopsis densiflora,
Acriopsis floribunda,
Acriopsis gracilis,
Acriopsis indica,
Acriopsis latifolia,
Acriopsis liliifolia,
Acriopsis ridleyi,
Acriopsis emarginata,
Acriopsis inopinata,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,