Abrophyllum ornans - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ornans
ID:
512278
Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 2: 437 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511610
Common Names
- Abrophyllum ornans
- Ornate Abrophyllum
- Decorative Abrophyllum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Brachynema ornans F.Muell. [unknown]
Description
Abrophyllum ornans (also called Ornate Abrophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that is native to the Caribbean. It grows in moist soils in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Abrophyllum ornans is used as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abrophyllum ornans has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abrophyllum ornans is a small shrub native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Abrophyllum ornans
Abrophyllum ornans is native to Southeast Asia.
Abrophyllum ornans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abrophyllum ornans?
Abrophyllum ornans
What is the common name of Abrophyllum ornans?
Ornans Abrophyllum
Where is Abrophyllum ornans found?
It is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Abrophyllum genus
Species in the Rousseaceae family
Abrophyllum microcarpum, Abrophyllum ornans, Carpodetus amplus, Carpodetus arboreus, Carpodetus archboldianus, Carpodetus denticulatus, Carpodetus flexuosus, Carpodetus fuscus, Carpodetus grandiflorus, Carpodetus major, Carpodetus montanus, Carpodetus pullei, Carpodetus serratus, Cuttsia viburnea, Roussea simplex,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2610292: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.