The genus Acronema consists of 38 species of plants in the family Apiaceae found in the Sino-Himalayan region. Its also classified under the major group Angiosperms (flowering plants)."Acronema", The Plant List Retrieved on 13 February 2018 It's in the Acronema clade with genera including Ligusticum and Ostericum.

Description It's a biennial or perennial plant with fibrous roots. It grows among rocks and in turf pathsides in broadleaf forests. It is found in attitudes from 3,000 to 4,000 meters and flowers from July to September.

Distribution It is found in regions around the Himalayas including Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet and Assam.

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