Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
512339

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triana & Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 17: 48 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511671

Common Names

  • Abuta Racemosa
  • Racemosa Abuta
  • Abuta of Race

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Synonyms

  • Trichoa racemosa Pers. [unknown]
  • Batschia racemosa Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Abuta racemosa (also called racemose 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 racemosa is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abuta racemosa has small, white flowers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abuta racemosa is a perennial shrub that grows best in 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 racemosa

Abuta racemosa is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Peru, and Venezuela. It can be found in moist forests and along streams, often in areas with full sun.

Abuta racemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abuta racemosa?

Abuta racemosa

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Abuta

What is the family of Abuta racemosa?

Menispermaceae

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-2610403: 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.