Aristotelia colensoi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
colensoi
ID:
549158
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Handb. N. Zeal. Fl. 1: 33 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548490
Common Names
- Colenso's Wineberry
- Colenso's Berry
- Colenso's Mahaleb
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Aristotelia fruserrata Cockayne & Allan [unknown]
Description
Aristotelia colensoi (also called Colenso's Wineberry, among many other common names) is a shrub with an upright habit, native to New Zealand. It grows in moist forests and along streams, and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aristotelia colensoi has been used to treat snakebites, as a diuretic, and as a digestive aid. It has also been used to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aristotelia colensoi has a small, yellow flower with a three-lobed lip. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single stem with two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aristotelia colensoi can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Aristotelia colensoi
Aristotelia colensoi is native to New Zealand.
Aristotelia colensoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aristotelia colensoi?
Aristotelia colensoi
What is the common name of Aristotelia colensoi?
Colenso's Wineberry
What is the natural habitat of Aristotelia colensoi?
Aristotelia colensoi is native to New Zealand.
Species in the Aristotelia genus
Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family
Aceratium archboldianum, Aceratium brassii, Aceratium calomala, Aceratium concinnum, Aceratium dasyphyllum, Aceratium doggrellii, Aceratium ferrugineum, Aceratium hypoleucum, Aceratium ledermannii, Aceratium megalospermum, Aceratium muellerianum, Aceratium oppositifolium, Aceratium pachypetalum, Aceratium parvifolium, Aceratium pittosporoides, Aceratium sericeum, Aceratium sericoleopsis, Aceratium sinuatum, Aceratium sphaerocarpum, Aceratium tomentosum, Aristotelia australasica, Aristotelia chilensis, Aristotelia colensoi, Aristotelia fruticosa, Aristotelia peduncularis, Aristotelia serrata, Crinodendron brasiliense, Crinodendron hookerianum, Crinodendron patagua, Crinodendron tucumanum, Dubouzetia acuminata, Dubouzetia australiensis, Dubouzetia campanulata, Dubouzetia caudiculata, Dubouzetia confusa, Dubouzetia dentata, Dubouzetia elegans, Dubouzetia galorei, Dubouzetia guillauminii, Dubouzetia kairoi, Dubouzetia saxatilis, Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2652040: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.