Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
pachyantha
ID:
835667

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) S.A.Mori, Ya Y.Huang & Prance

Source:
iplants

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 60: 80 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835002

Common Names

  • Allantoma pachyantha
  • Pachyantha Allantoma
  • Pachyantha Dogwood

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Description

Allantoma pachyantha (also called Thick-Stemmed Allantoma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a thick, succulent stem and long, narrow, pointed leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Allantoma pachyantha is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allantoma pachyantha is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allantoma pachyantha is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in the spring or summer. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can also be grown from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Allantoma pachyantha

Allantoma pachyantha can be found in Ecuador.

Allantoma pachyantha FAQ

What is the average height of Allantoma pachyantha?

Allantoma pachyantha typically grows to a height of about 1 to 2 meters.

What type of soil does Allantoma pachyantha prefer?

Allantoma pachyantha prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Allantoma pachyantha?

Allantoma pachyantha prefers temperatures between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372191: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.
Scott A. Mori (1941-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Mori' in the authors string.
Ya Yi Huang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ya Y.Huang' in the authors string.