Acanthospermum hispidum
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Acanthospermum hispidum D.C. |
Acanthospermum hispidum (Bristly starbur, Goat’s head, Hispid starburr, Starbur; syn. Acanthospermum humile Eggers) is an annual plant in the family Asteraceae, which is native to Tropical America. This plant is cited as a weed in cotton culture in Brazil, and it is also used as a medicinal plant.
[edit] External links
- Pacific Island Ecosystems at Risk: Acanthospermum hispidum
- University of Florida: Acanthospermum hispidum
- (Portuguese) Acanthospermum hispidum photos