Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
acutifolius
ID:
836715

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & P.Wilson) Borhidi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 25: 18 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836050

Common Names

  • Acutifolius Chaetocarpus
  • Chaetocarpus Acutifolius
  • Chaetocarpus

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Description

Chaetocarpus acutifolius (also called 'Sharp-leafed Chaetocarpus', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval leaves that are dark green in color and can reach up to 10 cm in length. The flowers are small and yellow, and can be found in clusters of up to 10 blooms. It prefers moist, shady environments and is commonly found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetocarpus acutifolius is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover or in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaetocarpus acutifolius has small white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetocarpus acutifolius is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Chaetocarpus acutifolius

Chaetocarpus acutifolius is native to the tropical rainforests of South East Asia. It can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Chaetocarpus acutifolius FAQ

What is the common name of Chaetocarpus acutifolius?

The common name of Chaetocarpus acutifolius is the Acute-leaved Chaetocarpus.

What is the natural habitat of Chaetocarpus acutifolius?

The natural habitat of Chaetocarpus acutifolius is the tropical forests of South America.

What is the flower color of Chaetocarpus acutifolius?

The flowers of Chaetocarpus acutifolius are white or yellowish-green in color.

Species in the Peraceae family

Chaetocarpus gabonensis, Chaetocarpus acutifolius, Chaetocarpus africanus, Chaetocarpus castanocarpus, Chaetocarpus cordifolius, Chaetocarpus coriaceus, Chaetocarpus cubensis, Chaetocarpus echinocarpus, Chaetocarpus ferrugineus, Chaetocarpus globosus, Chaetocarpus myrsinites, Chaetocarpus parvifolius, Chaetocarpus pearcei, Chaetocarpus pubescens, Chaetocarpus rabaraba, Chaetocarpus schomburgkianus, Clutia abyssinica, Clutia affinis, Clutia africana, Clutia alaternoides, Clutia alpina, Clutia angustifolia, Clutia benguelensis, Clutia brassii, Clutia brevifolia, Clutia conferta, Clutia cordata, Clutia daphnoides, Clutia disceptata, Clutia dregeana, Clutia eckloniana, Clutia ericoides, Clutia ericoides, Clutia galpinii, Clutia govaertsii, Clutia heterophylla, Clutia hirsuta, Clutia hybrida, Clutia imbricata, Clutia impedita, Clutia jaubertiana, Clutia kamerunica, Clutia katharinae, Clutia kilimandscharica, Clutia lanceolata, Clutia laxa, Clutia marginata, Clutia monticola, Clutia nana, Clutia natalensis,

References

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Percy Wilson (1879-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Wilson' in the authors string.
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.