Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
excavatum
ID:
842063

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Henrard) Zuloaga & Morrone

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 28: 195 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841398



Common Names

  • Acroceras excavatum
  • Excavated Acroceras
  • Excavated False Nettle


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Description

Acroceras excavatum (also called Acroceras excavata, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acroceras excavatum 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 flower of Acroceras excavatum is a small white or yellowish flower with a single petal. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acroceras excavatum is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is an easy-to-grow plant and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought but should be watered regularly during dry periods. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Acroceras excavatum

Acroceras excavatum is found in India.

Acroceras excavatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acroceras excavatum?

Acroceras excavatum

What is the common name of Acroceras excavatum?

Acroceras excavatum

What is the natural habitat of Acroceras excavatum?

Acroceras excavatum is found in wetland areas in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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

Johannes Theodoor Henrard (1881-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Henrard' in the authors string.
Fernando Omar Zuloaga (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zuloaga' in the authors string.
Osvaldo Morrone (1957-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morrone' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:945936-1: 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].