Stachyarrhena acuminata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
314252
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 22: 123 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313584
Common Names
- Stachyarrhena acuminata
- Acuminate Stachyarrhena
- Sharp-pointed Stachyarrhena
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stachyarrhena acuminata (also called Acuminate Stachyarrhena, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stachyarrhena acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree in parks. It is also used for timber and fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Stachyarrhena acuminata has small white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Stachyarrhena acuminata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established. Cuttings can be taken in spring or autumn and should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Stachyarrhena acuminata
Stachyarrhena acuminata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Stachyarrhena acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stachyarrhena acuminata?
Stachyarrhena acuminata
What is the common name of Stachyarrhena acuminata?
Pointed Stachyarrhena
Where is Stachyarrhena acuminata native to?
Tropical Africa
Species in the Stachyarrhena genus
Stachyarrhena acuminata, Stachyarrhena acutiloba, Stachyarrhena duckei, Stachyarrhena grandifolia, Stachyarrhena harleyi, Stachyarrhena heterochroa, Stachyarrhena oellgardii, Stachyarrhena pedicellata, Stachyarrhena penduliflora, Stachyarrhena reflexa, Stachyarrhena reticulata, Stachyarrhena revoluta, Stachyarrhena spicata,
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-194675: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.