Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall.
Source:
tro
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Numer. List : n.° 1 (1829)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246740
Common Names
- Actinostachys digitata
- Actinostachys
- Digitata
Description
Actinostachys digitata (also called Digitate Actinostachys, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Malvaceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. Its leaves are ovate in shape, and its flowers are pink.
Uses & Benefits
Actinostachys digitata is a medicinal plant used to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Actinostachys digitata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Actinostachys digitata is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 feet tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in summer.
Where to Find Actinostachys digitata
Actinostachys digitata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Actinostachys digitata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinostachys digitata?
Actinostachys digitata
What type of plant is Actinostachys digitata?
Fern
What is the natural habitat of Actinostachys digitata?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Actinostachys genus
Actinostachys balansae,
Actinostachys confusa,
Actinostachys inopinata,
Actinostachys melanesica,
Actinostachys oligostachys,
Actinostachys plana,
Actinostachys spirophylla,
Actinostachys tenuis,
Actinostachys wagneri,
Actinostachys pennula,
Actinostachys macrofunda,
Actinostachys subtrijuga,
Actinostachys digitata,
Actinostachys intermedia,
Actinostachys laevigata,
Species in the Schizaeaceae family
Actinostachys balansae,
Actinostachys confusa,
Actinostachys inopinata,
Actinostachys melanesica,
Actinostachys oligostachys,
Actinostachys plana,
Actinostachys spirophylla,
Actinostachys tenuis,
Actinostachys wagneri,
Actinostachys pennula,
Actinostachys macrofunda,
Actinostachys subtrijuga,
Actinostachys digitata,
Actinostachys intermedia,
Actinostachys laevigata,
Schizaea australis,
Schizaea bifida,
Schizaea diversispora,
Schizaea malaccana,
Schizaea montis-petrae,
Schizaea pacificans,
Schizaea pectinata,
Schizaea dichotoma,
Schizaea poeppigiana,
Schizaea pusilla,
Schizaea tenella,
Schizaea fistulosa,
Schizaea elegans,
Schizaea incurvata,
Schizaea pseudodichotoma,
Schizaea rhacoindusiata,
Schizaea fluminensis,
Schizaea sprucei,
Schizaea stricta,
Schizaea orbicularis,
Schizaea rupestris,