Acriopsis latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
410586
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1909: 368 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409918
Common Names
- Acriopsis latifolia
- Broad-leaved Acriopsis
- Broad-leaved Water-starwort
Searching for Acriopsis latifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acriopsis latifolia (also called Latifolia Acriopsis, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the Himalayas and the Western Ghats. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Acriopsis latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acriopsis latifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped bloom with five lobes. Its seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, pointed leaves.
Searching for Acriopsis latifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acriopsis latifolia can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
Where to Find Acriopsis latifolia
Acriopsis latifolia can be found in wetland areas in India, Nepal, and China.
Acriopsis latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acriopsis latifolia?
Acriopsis latifolia
What is the common name of Acriopsis latifolia?
Broad-leaved acriopsis
What is the natural habitat of Acriopsis latifolia?
It is found in dry, rocky habitats in the western United States
Species in the Acriopsis genus
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-2436: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.