Actinostemon glaziovii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaziovii
ID:
719226
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, V: 74 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000718559
Common Names
- Actinostemon
- Glaziovii Actinostemon
- Glaziovii Actinostemon
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Actinostemon glaziovii (also called Glaziov's actinostemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the borage family. It is native to tropical Africa and the Middle East, and is found in dry, open habitats. It is a small, annual herb with small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Actinostemon glaziovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Actinostemon glaziovii has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actinostemon glaziovii is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy branches and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Actinostemon glaziovii
Actinostemon glaziovii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Actinostemon glaziovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinostemon glaziovii?
Actinostemon glaziovii
What is the common name of Actinostemon glaziovii?
Glaziov's actinostemon
What is the natural habitat of Actinostemon glaziovii?
It is native to Brazil.
Species in the Actinostemon genus
Actinostemon amazonicus, Actinostemon brachypodus, Actinostemon caribaeus, Actinostemon concepcionis, Actinostemon concolor, Actinostemon desertorum, Actinostemon echinatus, Actinostemon glaziovii, Actinostemon guyanensis, Actinostemon imbricatus, Actinostemon klotzschii, Actinostemon lagoensis, Actinostemon lasiocarpus, Actinostemon leptopus, Actinostemon macrocarpus, Actinostemon mandiocanus, Actinostemon schomburgkii, Actinostemon sparsifolius, Actinostemon verticillatus, Actinostemon roseliae,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2844: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.