Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uncifera
ID:
533783

Status:
valid

Authors:
Louis & Boutique

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 18: 256 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533115

Common Names

  • Anacolosa uncifera
  • Unciferous Anacolosa
  • Uncifer Anacolosa

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Description

Anacolosa uncifera (also called Unarmed Corkwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anacolosa uncifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of timber for furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anacolosa uncifera flowers are white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacolosa uncifera 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 uncifera

Anacolosa uncifera can be found in the wild in South Africa.

Anacolosa uncifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anacolosa uncifera?

Anacolosa uncifera

What is the common name of Anacolosa uncifera?

Unciferous Anacolosa

What is the natural habitat of Anacolosa uncifera?

It is native to Brazil and Venezuela.

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-2635953: Based on the initial data import
Raymond Boutique (1906-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boutique' in the authors string.
Jean Laurent Prosper Louis (1903-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Louis' in the authors string.