Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
biglandulosum
ID:
538745

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tasman. 1: 148 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538077

Common Names

  • Anodopetalum biglandulosum
  • Large-Gland Anodopetalum
  • Large-Gland Wild Cotton

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Synonyms

  • Anodopetalum glandulosum Baill. [unknown]
  • Weinmannia biglandulosa Hook. [unknown]

Description

Anodopetalum biglandulosum (also called Biglandular Anoda, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in dry, open areas. Its leaves are oblong-lanceolate, up to 10 cm long, and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Anodopetalum biglandulosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems, skin infections, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anodopetalum biglandulosum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anodopetalum biglandulosum can be propagated by seed 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 rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Anodopetalum biglandulosum

Anodopetalum biglandulosum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Anodopetalum biglandulosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anodopetalum biglandulosum?

Anodopetalum biglandulosum

What is the common name of Anodopetalum biglandulosum?

Big-bracted Anodopetalum

What is the family of Anodopetalum biglandulosum?

Amaranthaceae

Species in the Anodopetalum genus

Species in the Cunoniaceae family

Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2641159: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.