Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
paucinervia
ID:
552593

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.Anderson ex C.B.Clarke) Heine

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Fl. Gabon 13: 210 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551925

Common Names

  • Ascotheca paucinervia
  • Few-nerved Milkweed
  • Few-nerve Milkweed

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Description

Ascotheca paucinervia (also called Few-veined Milkweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and white to pinkish-purple flowers. It is native to North America, and is usually found in dry, open woods and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Ascotheca paucinervia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ascotheca paucinervia var. minor Champl. & Senterre
Ascotheca paucinervia var. paucinervia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ascotheca paucinervia is a small, greenish-white umbel of five to ten flowers. The seed is a small, flat, brownish-black seed with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ascotheca paucinervia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to plant the seeds in the spring or fall. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in the spring or fall and replant in the desired location.

Where to Find Ascotheca paucinervia

Ascotheca paucinervia is native to tropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

Ascotheca paucinervia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ascotheca paucinervia?

Ascotheca paucinervia

What is the common name of Ascotheca paucinervia?

Paucinervia Milkweed

What is the natural habitat of Ascotheca paucinervia?

Dry, sandy soils in woodlands, fields, and roadsides

Species in the Ascotheca genus

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Hermann Heino Heine (1923-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heine' in the authors string.
Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.