Abuta brevifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevifolia
ID:
512296
Status:
valid
Authors:
Krukoff & Moldenke
Source:
cmp
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 69: 160 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511628
Common Names
- Abuta brevifolia
- Short-leaved Abuta
- Small-leaved Abuta
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abuta brevifolia (also called Short-Leaved Abuta, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that is native to South America. It grows in moist soils in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Abuta brevifolia is used as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abuta brevifolia has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abuta brevifolia is a perennial shrub that prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or layering.
Where to Find Abuta brevifolia
Abuta brevifolia is native to South America.
Abuta brevifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abuta brevifolia?
Abuta brevifolia
What is the common name of Abuta brevifolia?
Brevifolia Abuta
Where is Abuta brevifolia found?
It is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Abuta genus
Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina,
Species in the Menispermaceae family
Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2610365: Based on the initial data import
Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.
Boris Alexander Krukoff (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krukoff' in the authors string.