Albertisia puberula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
puberula
ID:
525634
Status:
valid
Authors:
Forman
Source:
cmp
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 45: 100 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524966
Common Names
- Albertisia
- Puberula
- Downy Albertisia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Albertisia puberula (also called Puberula Albertisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of New Guinea. Its habitats include tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Albertisia puberula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Albertisia puberula has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. The seed is small and black, while the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Albertisia puberula is a fast-growing, deciduous, twining vine that can reach up to 30 feet in length. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Albertisia puberula
Albertisia puberula is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Albertisia puberula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Albertisia puberula?
Albertisia puberula
What is the common name of Albertisia puberula?
Hairy albertisia
Where is Albertisia puberula found?
Albertisia puberula is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Albertisia genus
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, Albertisia triplinervis, Albertisia undulata, Albertisia villosa,
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-2627203: Based on the initial data import
Lewis Leonard Forman (1929-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forman' in the authors string.