Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
555981

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blanco) Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 1(Suppl.): 200 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555313

Common Names

  • Linear Atalantia
  • Atalantia linearis
  • Linear

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Synonyms

  • Limonia octandra Herb.Heyne ex Wall. [unknown]
  • Limonia linearis Blanco [unknown]
  • Severinia linearis (Merr.) Swingle [unknown]

Description

Atalantia linearis (also called Linear-leaved Atalantia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rutaceae family. It is native to China and Vietnam. It is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in tropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Atalantia linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Atalantia linearis are white or pale pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atalantia linearis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept at a temperature of around 20-25°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Atalantia linearis

Atalantia linearis can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Atalantia linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atalantia linearis?

Atalantia linearis

What is the common name of Atalantia linearis?

Linear-Leaved Atalantia

What is the natural habitat of Atalantia linearis?

It is native to tropical Asia, from India to southern China

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Francisco Manuel Blanco (1779-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blanco' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:771402-1: Based on the initial data import