Abuta panamensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
panamensis
ID:
512332
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Standl.) Krukoff & Barneby
Source:
cmp
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 20(2): 22 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511664
Common Names
- Abuta Panamensis
- Panamensis Abuta
- Abuta of Panam
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- Abuta brunnescens (Standl.) Krukoff & Barneby [unknown]
- Hyperbaena brunnescens Standl. [unknown]
- Hyperbaena hondurensis Standl. [unknown]
- Hyperbaena panamensis Standl. [unknown]
Description
Abuta panamensis (also called Panama abuta, among many other common names) is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has a rounded, bushy shape with long, arching branches. Its flowers are white and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and grows in both full sun and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Abuta panamensis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abuta panamensis 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 panamensis 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 panamensis
Abuta panamensis can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Abuta panamensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abuta panamensis?
Abuta panamensis
What is the common name of Abuta panamensis?
Abuta
What is the family of Abuta panamensis?
Menispermaceae
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-2610398: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
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.