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Paraguayan Starbur (Acanthospermum australe)

Paraguayan Starbur (Acanthospermum australe) is a sprawling annual herb with prickly burr-like fruits, often found in disturbed soils and warm climates.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Tolerant of various soil types, prefers well-drained.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-30 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer if soil is poor.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Tolerant of various soil types, prefers well-drained.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-30 °C.

Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer if soil is poor.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Creeper

Plant Category

Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.2-0.5 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Opposite, ovate to lanceolate

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Acanthospermum brasilium Schrank
Acanthospermum hirsutum DC.
Acanthospermum xanthioides (Kunth) DC.
Centrospermum xanthioides Kunth
Melampodium australe Loefl.
Orcya adhaerens Vell.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusAcanthospermum
  • speciesAcanthospermum australe
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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