Abuta vaupesensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vaupesensis
ID:
512360
Status:
valid
Authors:
Krukoff & Barneby
Source:
cmp
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 20(2): 19 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511692
Common Names
- Vaupesensis Abuta
- Abuta Vaupesensis
- Abuta
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abuta vaupesensis (also called Cachimbo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Colombia and Venezuela. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in lowland tropical rainforest.
Uses & Benefits
Abuta vaupesensis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Abuta vaupesensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abuta vaupesensis is a shrub or small tree that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Abuta vaupesensis
Abuta vaupesensis can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia and Venezuela.
Abuta vaupesensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abuta vaupesensis?
Abuta vaupesensis
What is the common name of Abuta vaupesensis?
Abuta
What is the family of Abuta vaupesensis?
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-2610422: 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.