Anacolosa cauliflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sleumer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Blumea 26: 148 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533094
Common Names
- Anacolosa cauliflora
- Stem-flower Anacolosa
- Stem-flower False-broom
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anacolosa cauliflora (also called Cauliflower Anacolosa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Asia. It can grow up to 5 meters tall and has a wide spreading crown. It prefers moist habitats, such as tropical rainforests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Anacolosa cauliflora is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and inflammation. It is also used as a food preservative and as a flavoring agent in food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anacolosa cauliflora has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single style. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anacolosa cauliflora is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Anacolosa cauliflora
Anacolosa cauliflora can be found in the wild in South Africa.
Anacolosa cauliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anacolosa cauliflora?
Anacolosa cauliflora
What is the common name of Anacolosa cauliflora?
Cauliflower Anacolosa
What is the natural habitat of Anacolosa cauliflora?
It is native to Brazil and Venezuela.
Species in the Anacolosa genus
Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera,
Species in the Olacaceae family
Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2635934: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.