Status:
valid
Authors:
Wernham
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 78 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000958200
Common Names
- Anomalus Amaracarpus
- Amaracarpus of Anomalus
- Amaracarpus Anomalus
Description
Amaracarpus anomalus (also called Anomalous Amaracarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to the Neotropics, from Mexico to Argentina, and is found in a variety of habitats, from cloud forests to dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Amaracarpus anomalus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves can also be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Amaracarpus anomalus has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amaracarpus anomalus is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Amaracarpus anomalus
Amaracarpus anomalus is native to Indonesia and can be found in the wild in the country's coastal areas.
Species in the Amaracarpus genus
Amaracarpus kochii,
Amaracarpus grandifolius,
Amaracarpus floribundus,
Amaracarpus grandiflorus,
Amaracarpus major,
Amaracarpus nematopodus,
Amaracarpus acuminatus,
Amaracarpus anomalus,
Amaracarpus attenuatus,
Amaracarpus belensis,
Amaracarpus brassii,
Amaracarpus braunianus,
Amaracarpus calcicola,
Amaracarpus compactus,
Amaracarpus cuneifolius,
Amaracarpus doormanniensis,
Amaracarpus idenburgensis,
Amaracarpus ledermannii,
Amaracarpus montanus,
Amaracarpus nouhuizii,
Amaracarpus novoguineensis,
Amaracarpus nymanii,
Amaracarpus papuanus,
Amaracarpus pubescens,
Amaracarpus rhombifolius,
Amaracarpus schlechteri,
Amaracarpus syzygifolius,
Amaracarpus trichocalyx,
Amaracarpus wichmannii,
Amaracarpus xanthocarpus,
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,