Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minuscula
ID:
525430

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Backeb.) Doweld

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
in Turczaninowia 5: 30. 2002.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524762

Common Names

  • Airampoa minuscula
  • Minuscule Airampoa
  • Minuscule Rockrose

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Synonyms

  • Tunilla minuscula (Backeb.) D.R.Hunt & Iliff [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus minusculus Backeb. [unknown]
  • Opuntia minuscula (Backeb.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]

Description

Airampoa minuscula (also called Tiny Airampoa, Tiny Airampoa Tree, and Tiny Airampoa Shrub, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Sapindaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 5-10 m. It has white flowers with a pleasant scent and dark green, glossy leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Airampoa minuscula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and pots. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Airampoa minuscula has white flowers with a yellow center and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Airampoa minuscula is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take several months.

Where to Find Airampoa minuscula

Airampoa minuscula can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador.

Airampoa minuscula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Airampoa minuscula?

Airampoa minuscula

What is the common name of Airampoa minuscula?

Minuscula airampoa

What type of plant is Airampoa minuscula?

Shrub

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Alexander B. Doweld (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Doweld' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.