Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
somnolens
ID:
823200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 7: 272 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000822534

Common Names

  • Somnolent Acioa
  • Somnolent Acioa
  • Acioa Somnolens

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Description

Acioa somnolens (also called 'Lemon-scented Acioa', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers with a lemon-like scent. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is often found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Acioa somnolens 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 somnolens 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 somnolens 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 somnolens

Acioa somnolens is native to Colombia.

Acioa somnolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acioa somnolens?

Acioa somnolens

What is the common name of Acioa somnolens?

Sleepy Acioa

What is the natural habitat of Acioa somnolens?

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-360186: Based on the initial data import
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.