Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
hispidissimus
ID:
163212

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) M.P.Nayar

Source:
ipni

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 57(2): 56 (Feb. 1982); (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162541

Common Names

  • Anerincleistus Hispidissimus
  • Hairy Anerincleistus
  • Hairy Anerincleistus Plant

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Synonyms

  • Blastus hispidissimus Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Anerincleistus hispidissimus (also called Hispid Anerincleistus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, and it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anerincleistus hispidissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anerincleistus hispidissimus is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anerincleistus hispidissimus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers a moist, but not wet, soil.

Where to Find Anerincleistus hispidissimus

Anerincleistus hispidissimus can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Anerincleistus hispidissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anerincleistus hispidissimus?

Anerincleistus hispidissimus

What is the common name of Anerincleistus hispidissimus?

Hispidissimus Fern

Where does Anerincleistus hispidissimus grow?

Anerincleistus hispidissimus is native to South America and grows in moist, shady areas.

Species in the Anerincleistus genus

Anerincleistus acuminatissimus, Anerincleistus curtisii, Anerincleistus dispar, Anerincleistus floribundus, Anerincleistus fruticosus, Anerincleistus grandiflorus, Anerincleistus griffithii, Anerincleistus hirsutus, Anerincleistus macranthus, Anerincleistus macrophyllus, Anerincleistus pauciflorus, Anerincleistus pedunculatus, Anerincleistus philippinensis, Anerincleistus pulchra, Anerincleistus setulosus, Anerincleistus barbatus, Anerincleistus fasciculatus, Anerincleistus bracteatus, Anerincleistus bullatus, Anerincleistus cornutus, Anerincleistus cyathocalyx, Anerincleistus echinatus, Anerincleistus hispidissimus, Anerincleistus angustifolius, Anerincleistus phyllagathoides, Anerincleistus purpureus, Anerincleistus quintuplinervis, Anerincleistus rupicola, Anerincleistus sertuliferum, Anerincleistus setosus, Anerincleistus stipularis, Anerincleistus monticola, Anerincleistus glomeratus,

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

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Madhavan Parameswaran Nayar (1932-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Nayar' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:909989-1: Based on the initial data import