Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
chiapasensis
ID:
512302

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krukoff & Barneby

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 20(2): 23 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511634

Common Names

  • Abuta chiapasensis
  • Chiapas Abuta
  • Chiapas Abuta

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Description

Abuta chiapasensis (also called Chiapas 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 chiapasensis is used as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abuta chiapasensis 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 chiapasensis 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 chiapasensis

Abuta chiapasensis is native to South America.

Abuta chiapasensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abuta chiapasensis?

Abuta chiapasensis

What is the common name of Abuta chiapasensis?

Chiapas Abuta

Where is Abuta chiapasensis native to?

Mexico

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-2610370: Based on the initial data import
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Boris Alexander Krukoff (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krukoff' in the authors string.