Adina fagifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Valeton ex Merr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Interpr. Herb. Amboin. : 481 (1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785477
Common Names
- Adina Fagifolia
- Brazilian Cherry
- Cherry Mahogany
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adina fagifolia (also called Fagus-Leaved Adina, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical forests and mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Adina fagifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adina fagifolia has white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have simple, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adina fagifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Where to Find Adina fagifolia
Adina fagifolia is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Adina fagifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adina fagifolia?
Adina fagifolia
What is the common name of Adina fagifolia?
Oak-leaved adina
What is the natural habitat of Adina fagifolia?
Forests and woodlands
Species in the Adina genus
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
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:742905-1: Based on the initial data import