Author: L.
Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 1014 (1753)
Year: 1753
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Andrachne
Vegetable: False
Observations: Cape Verde, Canary Is. (Fuerteventura), NE. Trop. Africa, Medit. to C. Asia and NW. India
Andrachne, scientifically known as Andrachne telephioides, is a plant species with a rich historical and geographical presence. First documented in 1753, this plant has been observed in diverse regions ranging from Cape Verde and the Canary Islands, specifically Fuerteventura, to Northeast Tropical Africa, across the Mediterranean, to Central Asia, and reaching as far as Northwest India.
Belonging to the family Phyllanthaceae, Andrachne telephioides thrives in a variety of climates and terrains, making it a versatile species of significant botanical interest. It is often characterized by its adaptive nature, enabling it to survive and flourish in both arid and temperate environments within its geographical range.
The plant’s historical documentation dates back to the seminal work of the renowned botanist Carl Linnaeus, as referenced in his publication “Species Plantarum” in 1753. This early classification has laid the foundation for subsequent botanical studies and observations that continue to highlight the ecological importance and adaptability of Andrachne telephioides.
Overall, the Andrachne telephioides stands out not only for its wide distribution but also for its enduring presence across several continents, signifying its role in various ecosystems and its resilience in the face of diverse environmental conditions.
En: Andrachne
Ar: حويمضه (حُويمضه), كماش (كِمّاش)
Bg: Андрахне
Ca: Herba ramblera, Andracne
Fi: Vaharokkio
Fr: Andrachne
He: שלוחית קירחת
It: Andracne, Porcellana nera, Porcellana greca
Kk: Домалақ жапырақты қияш
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Taken Nov 11, 2022 by M. Hedayat (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 16, 2022 by M. Hedayat (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 11, 2022 by M. Hedayat (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 11, 2022 by M. Hedayat (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 11, 2022 by M. Hedayat (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 19, 2009 by Pierre-Emmanuel GAY (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 29, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 29, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 16, 2022 by M. Hedayat (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 11, 2022 by M. Hedayat (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 11, 2022 by M. Hedayat (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 5, 2020 by Fra_a (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 25, 2021 by Zvonimir Matijević (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Nov 11, 2022 by M. Hedayat (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 18, 2009 by Pierre-Emmanuel GAY (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 29, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 12, 2018 by Tela Botanica − Genevieve BOTTI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 29, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Apr 12, 2018 by Tela Botanica − Genevieve BOTTI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 29, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Ph maximum: 8.0
Ph minimum: 7.5
Light: 9
Atmospheric humidity: 3
Soil nutriments: 6
Family: Myrtaceae Author: (F.Muell.) K.D.Hill & L.A.S.Johnson Bibliography: Telopea 6: 402 (1995) Year: 1995 Status:…
Family: Rubiaceae Author: Pierre ex A.Froehner Bibliography: Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 1: 237 (1897) Year:…
Family: Sapindaceae Author: Koidz. Bibliography: J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 32(1): 38 (1911) Year:…
Family: Asteraceae Author: A.Gray Bibliography: Pacif. Railr. Rep.: 107 (1857) Year: 1857 Status: accepted Rank:…
Family: Fabaceae Author: Medik. Bibliography: Vorles. Churpfälz. Phys.-Ökon. Ges. 2: 398 (1787) Year: 1787 Status:…
Family: Aspleniaceae Author: (Cav.) Alston Bibliography: Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1932: 309 (1932) Year: 1932…