Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
henrardiana
ID:
842041

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bor) S.M.Phillips

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 37: 158 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841376



Common Names

  • Acrachne Henrardiana
  • Henrard's Acrachne
  • Henrard Acrachne


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Description

Acrachne henrardiana (also called Henrard's Acrachne, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to China. It is a perennial grass with long, narrow leaves and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and coastal dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Acrachne henrardiana is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acrachne henrardiana are yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acrachne henrardiana is a small, evergreen, perennial fern that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or by spores. It is a low-maintenance plant and is resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Acrachne henrardiana

Acrachne henrardiana is found in Madagascar.

Acrachne henrardiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acrachne henrardiana?

Acrachne henrardiana

What is the natural habitat of Acrachne henrardiana?

Forests and shrubs

What is the average height of Acrachne henrardiana?

Up to 1.5 meters

Species in the Acrachne genus

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Norman Loftus Bor (1893-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bor' in the authors string.
Sylvia Mabel Phillips (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.M.Phillips' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:909906-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].