Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
406480

Status:
valid

Authors:
Minderh. & de Vogel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Orchid Monogr. 1: 7 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405812



Common Names

  • Gracilis Acriopsis
  • Acriopsis Gracilis
  • Gracilis Acriopsis


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Description

Acriopsis gracilis (also called Slender Acriopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a sprawling habit and small, yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland, bushveld, and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acriopsis gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acriopsis gracilis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and ovoid in shape. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acriopsis gracilis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer. It is best to sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Acriopsis gracilis

Acriopsis gracilis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and can be found in moist, open habitats such as grasslands and savannas.

Acriopsis gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acriopsis gracilis?

Acriopsis gracilis

What is the growth habit of Acriopsis gracilis?

It is an annual herb with a creeping habit.

What is the flowering period of Acriopsis gracilis?

It flowers from April to July.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2428: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.
M.E. Minderhoud: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Minderh.' in the authors string.