Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
selloana
ID:
512347

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eichler

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Flora 47: 389 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511679

Common Names

  • Selloana Abuta
  • Abuta Selloana
  • Abuta

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Synonyms

  • Cissampelos ovata Vell. [unknown]

Description

Abuta selloana (also called Sello's 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 selloana is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Abuta selloana are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings are slender and conical in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abuta selloana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Abuta selloana

Abuta selloana 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 selloana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abuta selloana?

Abuta selloana

What is the common name of Abuta selloana?

Abuta

What is the family of Abuta selloana?

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,

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