Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Paracryphiales
Genus:
Species:
acutifolia
ID:
734240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kirk

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Stud. Fl. New Zealand : 137 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733573

Common Names

  • Quintinia acutifolia
  • Acutifolia Quintinia
  • Sharp-leaved Quintinia

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Synonyms

  • Quintinia acutifolia lanceolata Kirk [unknown]

Description

Quintinia acutifolia (also called Acute-leaved quintinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with an erect stem, reaching up to 3 m in height. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in moist and semi-humid habitats, from sea level to 1,500 m in elevation.

Uses & Benefits

Quintinia acutifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Quintinia acutifolia is a white, five-petaled bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quintinia acutifolia is a hardy evergreen perennial that is native to China. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed.

Where to Find Quintinia acutifolia

Quintinia acutifolia is native to New Zealand.

Quintinia acutifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Quintinia acutifolia?

Sharp-Leaved Quintinia

What is the natural habitat of Quintinia acutifolia?

Dry tropical forests

What is the flowering season of Quintinia acutifolia?

Late spring to early summer

Species in the Paracryphiaceae family

Paracryphia alticola, Quintinia acutifolia, Quintinia altigena, Quintinia apoensis, Quintinia brassii, Quintinia elliptica, Quintinia epiphytica, Quintinia fawkneri, Quintinia kuborensis, Quintinia lanceolata, Quintinia ledermannii, Quintinia macgregorii, Quintinia major, Quintinia media, Quintinia minor, Quintinia montiswilhelmii, Quintinia neoebudica, Quintinia nutantifora, Quintinia oreophila, Quintinia pachyphylla, Quintinia parviflora, Quintinia quatrefagesii, Quintinia resinosa, Quintinia rigida, Quintinia schlechterana, Quintinia serrata, Quintinia sieberi, Quintinia verdonii, Sphenostemon arfakensis, Sphenostemon balansae, Sphenostemon comptonii, Sphenostemon lobosporus, Sphenostemon papuanus, Sphenostemon oppositifolius, Sphenostemon pauciflorus, Sphenostemon thibaudii, Sphenostemon tireliae, Sphenostemon pachycladus,

References