Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
acutifolia
ID:
394830

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Stützer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 88: 22 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394162

Common Names

  • Pfaffia acutifolia
  • Sharp-leaved Pfaffia
  • Acutifolia Pfaffia

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Synonyms

  • Gomphrena tuberosa acutifolia Moq. [unknown]

Description

Pfaffia acutifolia (also called False Tamarind, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, typically growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola, and is found in a variety of habitats, from lowland rainforest to dry deciduous woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Pfaffia acutifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and diabetes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pfaffia acutifolia is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pfaffia acutifolia is a tropical plant that is best cultivated in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Pfaffia acutifolia

Pfaffia acutifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China.

Pfaffia acutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pfaffia acutifolia?

Pfaffia acutifolia

What is the common name of Pfaffia acutifolia?

Brazilian ginseng

What is the natural habitat of Pfaffia acutifolia?

It is native to South America, particularly Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2407622: Based on the initial data import
Olga Stützer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Stützer' in the authors string.