Status:
valid
Authors:
Da Matta
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 282: 140 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347297
Common Names
- Aniba inaequabilis
- Inaequabilis Aniba
- Inaequabilis-Leaved Aniba
Description
Aniba inaequabilis (also called 'Unequal aniba', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to India. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady forests. It is found in the Western Ghats and other mountainous regions of India.
Uses & Benefits
Aniba inaequabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used in perfumes and soaps.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aniba inaequabilis has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aniba inaequabilis is a perennial shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Aniba inaequabilis
Aniba inaequabilis can be found in the forests of Brazil.
Aniba inaequabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aniba inaequabilis?
Aniba inaequabilis
What is the common name of Aniba inaequabilis?
Unequal Aniba
What is the family of Aniba inaequabilis?
Lauraceae
Species in the Aniba genus
Aniba affinis,
Aniba bracteata,
Aniba burchellii,
Aniba canellila,
Aniba cinnamomiflora,
Aniba citrifolia,
Aniba coto,
Aniba cylindriflora,
Aniba desertorum,
Aniba excelsa,
Aniba ferrea,
Aniba ferruginea,
Aniba firmula,
Aniba guianensis,
Aniba heringeri,
Aniba heterotepala,
Aniba hostmanniana,
Aniba hypoglauca,
Aniba intermedia,
Aniba jenmanii,
Aniba kappleri,
Aniba lancifolia,
Aniba megaphylla,
Aniba muca,
Aniba novogranatensis,
Aniba panurensis,
Aniba parviflora,
Aniba pedicellata,
Aniba percoriacea,
Aniba permollis,
Aniba perutilis,
Aniba pilosa,
Aniba puchury-minor,
Aniba ramageana,
Aniba riparia,
Aniba robusta,
Aniba rosaeodora,
Aniba santalodora,
Aniba sulcata,
Aniba taubertiana,
Aniba terminalis,
Aniba vaupesiana,
Aniba venezuelana,
Aniba viridis,
Aniba vulcanicola,
Aniba williamsii,
Aniba subbullata,
Aniba inaequabilis,
Aniba canelilla,
Aniba magnifica,
Species in the Lauraceae family
Actinodaphne acuminata,
Actinodaphne albifrons,
Actinodaphne amabilis,
Actinodaphne ambigua,
Actinodaphne archboldiana,
Actinodaphne areolata,
Actinodaphne bicolor,
Actinodaphne borneensis,
Actinodaphne bourdillonii,
Actinodaphne bourneae,
Actinodaphne brassii,
Actinodaphne caesia,
Actinodaphne campanulata,
Actinodaphne candolleana,
Actinodaphne celebica,
Actinodaphne cinerea,
Actinodaphne concinna,
Actinodaphne concolor,
Actinodaphne corymbosa,
Actinodaphne crassa,
Actinodaphne cupularis,
Actinodaphne diversifolia,
Actinodaphne dolichophylla,
Actinodaphne elegans,
Actinodaphne ellipticibacca,
Actinodaphne engleriana,
Actinodaphne ferruginea,
Actinodaphne forrestii,
Actinodaphne fragilis,
Actinodaphne fuliginosa,
Actinodaphne furfuracea,
Actinodaphne glabra,
Actinodaphne glauca,
Actinodaphne glaucina,
Actinodaphne glomerata,
Actinodaphne gracilis,
Actinodaphne henryi,
Actinodaphne hirsuta,
Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla,
Actinodaphne javanica,
Actinodaphne johorensis,
Actinodaphne kinabaluensis,
Actinodaphne koshepangii,
Actinodaphne kostermansii,
Actinodaphne kweichowensis,
Actinodaphne lanata,
Actinodaphne lanceolata,
Actinodaphne latifolia,
Actinodaphne lawsonii,
Actinodaphne lecomtei,
References
A. Da Matta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Da Matta' in the authors string.