Aciotis viscida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viscida
ID:
1266478
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Freire-Fierro
Source:
tro
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Fl. Venez. Guayana 6: 276 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265816
Common Names
- Aciotis viscida
- Viscida Aciotis
- Aciotis Viscida
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aciotis viscida (also called Viscid Aciotis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows up to 2 m tall and has white flowers. It is found in wet forests and along rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Aciotis viscida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aciotis viscida are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, green stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aciotis viscida is a small, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be kept in a warm, humid environment. It should be watered regularly, but not too often, and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Aciotis viscida
Aciotis viscida is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Aciotis viscida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aciotis viscida?
Aciotis viscida
What is the common name of Aciotis viscida?
Viscid Aciotis
What is the native range of Aciotis viscida?
South America
Species in the Aciotis genus
Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50218795: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Alina Freire-Fierro (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freire-Fierro' in the authors string.