Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
fruticosum
ID:
781476

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.H.Gentry

Source:
iplants

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 137 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780809

Common Names

  • Adenocalymma Fruticosum
  • Fruticosum Tree
  • Fruticosum Flowering Tree

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Description

Adenocalymma fruticosum (also called Shrubby Alligatorweed, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Colombia and Panama. It grows to a height of 2-3 m and has large, ovate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Adenocalymma fruticosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenocalymma fruticosum has white flowers with yellow centers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenocalymma fruticosum can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Adenocalymma fruticosum

Adenocalymma fruticosum is native to Brazil.

Adenocalymma fruticosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenocalymma fruticosum?

Adenocalymma fruticosum

What is the natural habitat of Adenocalymma fruticosum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Adenocalymma fruticosum?

Shrubby False Trumpet, Shrubby Trumpet Flower

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:303765-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].