Status:
valid
Authors:
G.M.Barroso
Source:
cmp
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Anais Congr. Soc. Bot. Brasil 19: 180 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513788
Common Names
- Paulo-Alvinii Acanthosyris
- Paulo-Alvinii Acanthus
- Paulo-Alvinii Acanthus
Description
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii (also called Paulo-Alvin's Acanthosyris, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a shrub native to South America, and is found in dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils in full sun or partial shade. It is propagated by seed or division. The seed should be sown in the spring or fall in well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in moist, sandy soil in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii can be found in the mountains of Iran, Turkey, and the Caucasus.
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii FAQ
What is the common name of Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii?
Paulo-Alvinii Acanthosyris
What is the scientific name of Paulo-Alvinii Acanthosyris?
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii
What is the natural habitat of Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii?
It is native to Mexico and Guatemala.
Species in the Acanthosyris genus
Species in the Santalaceae family
Acanthosyris annonagustata,
Acanthosyris asipapote,
Acanthosyris falcata,
Acanthosyris glabrata,
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii,
Acanthosyris spinescens,
Amphorogyne celastroides,
Amphorogyne spicata,
Amphorogyne staufferi,
Anthobolus erythrocaulis,
Anthobolus filifolius,
Anthobolus foveolatus,
Anthobolus leptomeroides,
Antidaphne amazonensis,
Antidaphne andina,
Antidaphne antidaphneoides,
Antidaphne glaziovii,
Antidaphne hondurensis,
Antidaphne punctulata,
Antidaphne schottii,
Antidaphne viscoidea,
Antidaphne wrightii,
Arceuthobium abietinum,
Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae,
Arceuthobium americanum,
Arceuthobium apachecum,
Arceuthobium azoricum,
Arceuthobium bicarinatum,
Arceuthobium blumeri,
Arceuthobium californicum,
Arceuthobium campylopodum,
Arceuthobium chinense,
Arceuthobium cyanocarpum,
Arceuthobium divaricatum,
Arceuthobium douglasii,
Arceuthobium gillii,
Arceuthobium globosum,
Arceuthobium guatemalense,
Arceuthobium hondurense,
Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae,
Arceuthobium littorum,
Arceuthobium microcarpum,
Arceuthobium minutissimum,
Arceuthobium monticola,
Arceuthobium nigrum,
Arceuthobium occidentale,
Arceuthobium oxycedri,
Arceuthobium pendens,
Arceuthobium pini,
Arceuthobium pusillum,