Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
rufescens
ID:
512340

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane 1: 618 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511672

Common Names

  • Abuta Rufescens
  • Rufescens Abuta
  • Abuta of Rufe

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Synonyms

  • Abuta convexa Diels [unknown]
  • Abuta heterophylla Miers [unknown]
  • Abuta macrophylla Miers [unknown]
  • Abuta scandens DC. [unknown]
  • Abuta splendida Krukoff & Moldenke [unknown]
  • Abuta wilson-brownei R.S.Cowan [unknown]
  • Cissampelos convexa Vell. [unknown]
  • Cissampelos tomentosa Vell. [unknown]
  • Cocculus abuta Kostel. [unknown]
  • Cocculus tomentosus Mart. ex Eichler [unknown]
  • Menispermum abuta Lam. [unknown]
  • Cissampelos abutua Velloso [deprecated]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abuta rufescens 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 rufescens 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 rufescens

Abuta rufescens 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 rufescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abuta rufescens?

Abuta rufescens

What is the common name of Abuta rufescens?

Abuta

What is the family of Abuta rufescens?

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,