Status:
valid
Authors:
L.A.Camargo
Source:
cmp
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Caldasia 9: 315 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562725
Common Names
- Berberis acutinervia
- Acutinervia Berberis
- Berberis
Description
Berberis acutinervia (also called Acute-nerved Berberis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in dry, open woodlands and chaparral habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Berberis acutinervia is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Berberis acutinervia are small, yellow, and borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Berberis acutinervia is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Berberis acutinervia
Berberis acutinervia is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It can be found in humid forests and on trees.
Berberis acutinervia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Berberis acutinervia?
Berberis acutinervia
What is the common name of Berberis acutinervia?
Acutinervia Berberis
What is the family of Berberis acutinervia?
Berberidaceae
Species in the Berberis genus
Berberis jinshajiangensis,
Berberis pingbaensis,
Berberis pulangensis,
Berberis actinacantha,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acutinervia,
Berberis aemulans,
Berberis aetnensis,
Berberis affinis,
Berberis agapatensis,
Berberis aggregata,
Berberis agricola,
Berberis ahrendtii,
Berberis albicans,
Berberis aldenhamensis,
Berberis alpicola,
Berberis amabilis,
Berberis ambigua,
Berberis ambrozyana,
Berberis amoena,
Berberis amplectens,
Berberis amurensis,
Berberis andeana,
Berberis andreana,
Berberis andrieuxii,
Berberis angulosa,
Berberis anhweiensis,
Berberis annaemariae,
Berberis approximata,
Berberis aquifolium,
Berberis argentinensis,
Berberis arguta,
Berberis arido-calida,
Berberis aristata,
Berberis aristato-serrulata,
Berberis aristeguietae,
Berberis aristulata,
Berberis armata,
Berberis asiatica,
Berberis asmyana,
Berberis assamana,
Berberis atrocarpa,
Berberis atroprasina,
Berberis atroviridiana,
Berberis aurahuacensis,
Berberis baltistanica,
Berberis barandana,
Berberis barbeyana,
Berberis batangensis,
Species in the Berberidaceae family
Achlys californica,
Achlys japonica,
Achlys triphylla,
Berberis jinshajiangensis,
Berberis pingbaensis,
Berberis pulangensis,
Berberis actinacantha,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acutinervia,
Berberis aemulans,
Berberis aetnensis,
Berberis affinis,
Berberis agapatensis,
Berberis aggregata,
Berberis agricola,
Berberis ahrendtii,
Berberis albicans,
Berberis aldenhamensis,
Berberis alpicola,
Berberis amabilis,
Berberis ambigua,
Berberis ambrozyana,
Berberis amoena,
Berberis amplectens,
Berberis amurensis,
Berberis andeana,
Berberis andreana,
Berberis andrieuxii,
Berberis angulosa,
Berberis anhweiensis,
Berberis annaemariae,
Berberis approximata,
Berberis aquifolium,
Berberis argentinensis,
Berberis arguta,
Berberis arido-calida,
Berberis aristata,
Berberis aristato-serrulata,
Berberis aristeguietae,
Berberis aristulata,
Berberis armata,
Berberis asiatica,
Berberis asmyana,
Berberis assamana,
Berberis atrocarpa,
Berberis atroprasina,
Berberis atroviridiana,
Berberis aurahuacensis,
Berberis baltistanica,
References
L.A. Camargo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.Camargo' in the authors string.