Acrux is a star found in the southern hemisphere. It is also known as Alpha Crucis and is the brightest star in the constellation of Crux. In terms of synonyms, Acrux is often used interchangeably with Alpha Crucis, which is the most commonly used name for the star. Other synonyms for Acrux include HD 108248, HR 4725, and CP−63°2165, which are the designations given to the star by different astronomical catalogs. There are also colloquial names used by indigenous people in the southern hemisphere, such as Baham and Ginan in Australia. Regardless of the name it is given, Acrux remains a fascinating and prominent star in the night sky.