Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
acidum
ID:
235591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Retz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot. 5: 30 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234922

Common Names

  • Bead Tree
  • Chinese Bead Tree
  • Antidesma Acidum

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Synonyms

  • Antidesma diandrum (Roxb.) B.Heyne ex Roth [unknown]
  • Antidesma diandrum javanicum (J.J.Sm.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Antidesma diandrum javanicum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Antidesma diandrum lanceolatum Tul. [unknown]
  • Antidesma diandrum ovatum Tul. [unknown]
  • Antidesma diandrum parvifolium Tul. [unknown]
  • Antidesma lanceolarium (Roxb.) Steud. [unknown]
  • Antidesma parviflorum Ham. ex Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Antidesma sylvestre Wall. [unknown]
  • Antidesma wallichianum C.Presl [unknown]
  • Stilago diandra Roxb. [unknown]
  • Stilago lanceolaria Roxb. [unknown]
  • Antidesma lanceolarium (Roxb.) Wight [unknown]
  • Antidesma diandrum (Roxb.) Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Antidesma acidum (also called Brazilian Jasmine, among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen, perennial climber with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is native to Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma acidum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antidesma acidum is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma acidum can be propagated by cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. Division can be done in spring or early summer. Dig up the plant and divide the roots into several sections, each with a few stems. Replant in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Antidesma acidum

Antidesma acidum can be found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Antidesma acidum FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Antidesma acidum?

Antidesma acidum prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Antidesma acidum?

Antidesma acidum prefers temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Antidesma acidum need?

Antidesma acidum needs full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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