Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
chaconis
ID:
255660

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lorence) Borhidi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 38: 140 (1993-1994 publ. 1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254992

Common Names

  • Arachnothryx chaconis
  • Chaconis Arachnothryx
  • Arachnothryx

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Synonyms

  • Javorkaea chaconii (Lorence) Borhidi [valid]
  • Rondeletia chaconii Lorence [valid]

Description

Arachnothryx chaconis (also called Chacon's Spiderwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist soils, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Arachnothryx chaconis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arachnothryx chaconis has white flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arachnothryx chaconis is a small, evergreen shrub native to Costa Rica. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-22°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the cuttings at a temperature of 18-22°C and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Arachnothryx chaconis

Arachnothryx chaconis is native to Central and South America.

Arachnothryx chaconis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachnothryx chaconis?

Arachnothryx chaconis

What is the family of Arachnothryx chaconis?

Asteraceae

Where is Arachnothryx chaconis native to?

South America

Species in the Arachnothryx genus

Arachnothryx aspera, Arachnothryx bertieroides, Arachnothryx bourgaei, Arachnothryx brenesii, Arachnothryx buddleioides, Arachnothryx calycophylla, Arachnothryx calycosa, Arachnothryx capitellata, Arachnothryx caucana, Arachnothryx chaconis, Arachnothryx chiapensis, Arachnothryx chimboracensis, Arachnothryx chiriquiana, Arachnothryx colombiana, Arachnothryx costanensis, Arachnothryx cupreiflora, Arachnothryx darienensis, Arachnothryx discolor, Arachnothryx dwyeri, Arachnothryx educta, Arachnothryx euryphylla, Arachnothryx evansii, Arachnothryx fosbergii, Arachnothryx garciae, Arachnothryx ginetteae, Arachnothryx glabrata, Arachnothryx gonzaleoides, Arachnothryx gracilis, Arachnothryx gracilispica, Arachnothryx guerrerensis, Arachnothryx guettardioides, Arachnothryx heteranthera, Arachnothryx hispidula, Arachnothryx jurgensenii, Arachnothryx laniflora, Arachnothryx leucophylla, Arachnothryx linguiformis, Arachnothryx lojensis, Arachnothryx macrocalyx, Arachnothryx manantlanensis, Arachnothryx mexicana, Arachnothryx monteverdensis, Arachnothryx myriantha, Arachnothryx nebulosa, Arachnothryx nitida, Arachnothryx ovandensis, Arachnothryx ovata, Arachnothryx pansamalana, Arachnothryx perezii, Arachnothryx peruviana,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-13848: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.