Acriopsis liliifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
liliifolia
ID:
411203
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.Koenig) Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 124: 58 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410535
Common Names
- Acriopsis liliifolia
- Acriopsis
- Lily-Leaf Acriopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acriopsis liliifolia (also called Lily-Leaved Acriopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Eriocaulaceae family. It is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America and is found in wet grasslands and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Acriopsis liliifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Acriopsis liliifolia var. auriculata (Minderh. & de Vogel) J.J.WoodAcriopsis liliifolia var. liliifolia
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acriopsis liliifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acriopsis liliifolia is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Acriopsis liliifolia
Acriopsis liliifolia is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Acriopsis liliifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acriopsis liliifolia?
Acriopsis liliifolia
What is the common name of Acriopsis liliifolia?
Lily-leaved Acriopsis
What is the natural habitat of Acriopsis liliifolia?
Acriopsis liliifolia is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia
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-2437: Based on the initial data import
Johann Gerhard König (1728-1785): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Koenig' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.