Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
717765

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humb. & Bonpl.) Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(2): 14 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717098

Common Names

  • Heisteria acuminata
  • Acuminate Heisteria
  • Heisteria

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Description

Heisteria acuminata (also called pointed heisteria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Olacaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Heisteria acuminata has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Heisteria acuminata sub. intermedia P.Jørg.
Heisteria acuminata sub. angustifolia P.Jørg.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heisteria acuminata has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heisteria acuminata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Heisteria acuminata

Heisteria acuminata is native to Central America.

Heisteria acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heisteria acuminata?

Heisteria acuminata

What is the common name of Heisteria acuminata?

Acuminate Heisteria

What is the natural habitat of Heisteria acuminata?

Heisteria acuminata is found in dry, rocky soils in the southwestern United States

Species in the Heisteria genus

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-2842011: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.