Anthonotha acuminata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
212555
Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) J.Léonard
Source:
ildis
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Roy. Sci. Outre-Mer, Cl. Sci. Nat. Méd., Collect. 8vo, n.s., 30(2): 218 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211884
Common Names
- Anthonotha acuminata
- Acuminata Anthonotha
- Acuminate Anthonotha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthonotha acuminata (also called Acuminata, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellow flowers. It is native to southern Africa and is found in woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Anthonotha acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthonotha acuminata is a small, yellow-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.
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Anthonotha acuminata is a perennial tree that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a sunny spot.
Where to Find Anthonotha acuminata
Anthonotha acuminata can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.
Anthonotha acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthonotha acuminata?
Anthonotha acuminata
What type of plant is Anthonotha acuminata?
Herbaceous perennial
Where does Anthonotha acuminata grow?
It is native to South Africa
Species in the Anthonotha genus
Anthonotha acuminata, Anthonotha brieyi, Anthonotha cladantha, Anthonotha crassifolia, Anthonotha ferruginea, Anthonotha fragrans, Anthonotha gilletii, Anthonotha lamprophylla, Anthonotha macrophylla, Anthonotha noldeae, Anthonotha pynaertii, Anthonotha stipulacea, Anthonotha trunciflora, Anthonotha xanderi, Anthonotha mouandzae, Anthonotha wijmacampensis, Anthonotha pellegrinii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
IPNI record: 474594-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001057612
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-13050940: Originally associated with wfo-0001057612
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-13050940: Originally associated with wfo-0001057612
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:474594-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Anthonotha acuminata (De Wild.) J.Léonard: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.