Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

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Details of genus: Aciphylla [2152]

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genus_en: Bayonet plant, Speargrass

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Family: Apiaceae

family_ja: セリ

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description_en: Genus of about 40 species of evergreen, mostly dioecious perennials, mainly from New Zealand and a few from Australia. Most species are from sparse mountain grassland or alpine regions, but some are from lower altitudes, They form stiff, grassy clumps, the rosettes of flattened, linear, leathery leaves having divided, much-reduced leaf-blades, large terminal spines, and usually conspicuous stipules, also spined. Aciphyllas bear terminal panicles of numerous compound umbels, 2-4cm (3/4-1 1/2in) across. Of tiny, star-shaped, white or yellow-green flowers, to 2mm (1/16in) long, which are protected by spiny bracts, usually larger and more colourful than the flowers themselves. Most species seldom flower in cool climates. Both male and female plants are needed to produce fruit. Grow larger species In a mixed border and smaller species in a rock garden.

hardiness_en: Fully hardy to frost hardy.

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propagation_en: Sow seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe, although it may remain viable for up to one Year. Plant out seedlings in situ as soon as possible, because the deep roots resent disturbance. Divide rhizomatous species, such as A. pinnatifda in spring.

pests_en: Slugs may damage young plants.

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Update Information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41

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SystemAccepted?Scientific nameJapanese nameInfra-familial classification# species
APG4 Apiaceae セリ科 Show
PB2 Apiaceae セリ科 Show
PB3 Apiaceae セリ科 Show

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