Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
williamsii
ID:
336631

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) C.H.Perss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 55(2): 197 (2003).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335963

Common Names

  • Agouticarpa williamsii
  • Williams' Agouticarpa
  • Agouticarpa Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Genipa williamsii Standl. [valid]

Description

Agouticarpa williamsii (also called Williams' Agouticarpa, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to South America. It has small, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky hillsides and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Agouticarpa williamsii can be used as a medicinal plant, as a source of food, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Agouticarpa williamsii is small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agouticarpa williamsii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a stem cutting with a few leaves and place it in a rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Agouticarpa williamsii

Agouticarpa williamsii is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas near rivers and streams.

Agouticarpa williamsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agouticarpa williamsii?

Agouticarpa williamsii

What are the common names of Agouticarpa williamsii?

Williams' agouti

What is the natural habitat of Agouticarpa williamsii?

Agouticarpa williamsii is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America

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-216338: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Claes Håkan Persson (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Perss.' in the authors string.