Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
edulis
ID:
823165

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prance

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Acta Amazonica 2: 12 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000822499

Common Names

  • Edible Acioa
  • Edible Acioa
  • Acioa Edulis

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Description

Acioa edulis (also called 'Edible Acioa', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It is native to South America and is found in open forests, scrub, and grasslands. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white, fragrant flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acioa edulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acioa edulis has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acioa edulis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Acioa edulis

Acioa edulis is native to Brazil.

Acioa edulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acioa edulis?

Acioa edulis

What is the common name of Acioa edulis?

Edible Acioa

What is the natural habitat of Acioa edulis?

It is native to South America

Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family

Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-360154: Based on the initial data import
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.