Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
variegata
ID:
397623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 7: 285 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396955

Common Names

  • Acranthera Variegata
  • Variegated Acranthera
  • Variegated False-heath

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Description

Acranthera variegata (also called Variegated Acranthera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in tropical regions of the Americas. It has simple, opposite leaves with a glossy, variegated surface. It is found in tropical rainforests, dry forests, and disturbed areas, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Acranthera variegata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acranthera variegata has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acranthera variegata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Acranthera variegata

Acranthera variegata can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Acranthera variegata FAQ

What are the common names of Acranthera variegata?

Acranthera variegata is commonly known as Variegated Acranthera.

What is the growth habit of Acranthera variegata?

Acranthera variegata is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall.

What is the native range of Acranthera variegata?

Acranthera variegata is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Species in the Acranthera genus

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2412: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.