Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
candollei
ID:
512300

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triana & Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 17: 47 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511632

Common Names

  • Abuta candollei
  • Candolle's Abuta
  • Candolle Abuta

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Synonyms

  • Abuta manausensis Krukoff & Barneby [unknown]
  • Abuta oblonga Miers [unknown]
  • Abuta rufescens DC. [unknown]
  • Abuta oblonga angustifolia Sagot [unknown]
  • Abuta rufescens oblongata Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Abuta candollei (also called Candolle's 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 candollei is used as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abuta candollei 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Abuta candollei 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 candollei

Abuta candollei is native to South America.

Abuta candollei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abuta candollei?

Abuta candollei

What is the common name of Abuta candollei?

Candolle's Abuta

Where is Abuta candollei native to?

Central and South America

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-2610369: Based on the initial data import
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.