Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
anatuyana
ID:
541425

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart.Crov.) Pozner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Hickenia 2: 186 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540757

Common Names

  • Anatuyana
  • Apodanthera
  • Asteraceae

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Synonyms

  • Melothria anatuyana Mart.Crov. [unknown]

Description

Apodanthera anatuyana (also called 'Anatuyana Apodanthera', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with thick, fleshy stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Apodanthera anatuyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Apodanthera anatuyana is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apodanthera anatuyana can be propagated from seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Water the soil regularly and keep it moist. The seedlings should emerge within a few weeks. For division, carefully dig up the plant and divide it into smaller pieces. Plant the pieces in a well-drained soil mix and water the soil regularly and keep it moist.

Where to Find Apodanthera anatuyana

Apodanthera anatuyana can be found in wetland habitats in Europe and North America.

Apodanthera anatuyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apodanthera anatuyana?

Apodanthera anatuyana

What is the common name of Apodanthera anatuyana?

No common name

Where is Apodanthera anatuyana found?

It is found in the Andes of Peru

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2644186: Based on the initial data import
Raúl Nereo Martínez Crovetto (1921-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.Crov.' in the authors string.
Raúl Pozner (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pozner' in the authors string.