Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
acuminata
ID:
658234

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sprague

Source:
cmp

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1907: 58 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657566

Common Names

  • Dubouzetia acuminata
  • Acuminate Dubouzetia
  • Dubouzetia Acuminata

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Description

Dubouzetia acuminata (also called Acuminate Dubouzetia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical regions of Africa. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats, with small, acuminate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dubouzetia acuminata is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens. It has a high resistance to drought and can be used as a hedge or screen. The plant has a long flowering period and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dubouzetia acuminata has white flowers with yellow centers and red anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dubouzetia acuminata is a slow-growing shrub that prefers a warm, humid climate and moist soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the ground.

Where to Find Dubouzetia acuminata

Dubouzetia acuminata is found in Australia.

Dubouzetia acuminata FAQ

What is the common name of Dubouzetia acuminata?

Australian Acacia

What is the native range of Dubouzetia acuminata?

Australia

What are the growth requirements of Dubouzetia acuminata?

Full sun and well-drained soil

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,

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