Status:
valid
Authors:
Exell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 66(Suppl. 1): 88 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639315
Common Names
- Deinbollia acuminata
- Acuminata Deinbollia
- Deinbollia Acuminata
Description
Deinbollia acuminata (also called Acuminate False-Lily, among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial native to Bolivia and Paraguay. It has lance-shaped leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, open forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Deinbollia acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Deinbollia acuminata are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Deinbollia acuminata is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but it can also be propagated from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Deinbollia acuminata
Deinbollia acuminata is native to tropical Africa and is found in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is found in lowland rainforest and montane forest.
Deinbollia acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Deinbollia acuminata?
Deinbollia acuminata
What is the common name of Deinbollia acuminata?
Acuminate Pineapple Lily
What is the natural habitat of Deinbollia acuminata?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Deinbollia genus
Deinbollia acuminata,
Deinbollia angustifolia,
Deinbollia boinensis,
Deinbollia borbonica,
Deinbollia calophylla,
Deinbollia cauliflora,
Deinbollia crassipes,
Deinbollia cuneifolia,
Deinbollia dasybotrys,
Deinbollia evrardii,
Deinbollia fanshawei,
Deinbollia fulvotomentella,
Deinbollia gossweileri,
Deinbollia grandifolia,
Deinbollia hierniana,
Deinbollia insignis,
Deinbollia kilimandscharica,
Deinbollia laurentii,
Deinbollia laurifolia,
Deinbollia longiacuminata,
Deinbollia macrantha,
Deinbollia macrocarpa,
Deinbollia macroura,
Deinbollia maxima,
Deinbollia mezilii,
Deinbollia neglecta,
Deinbollia nyasica,
Deinbollia oblongifolia,
Deinbollia pervillei,
Deinbollia pinnata,
Deinbollia pycnophylla,
Deinbollia pynaertii,
Deinbollia rambaensis,
Deinbollia reticulata,
Deinbollia revoluta,
Deinbollia saligna,
Deinbollia unijuga,
Deinbollia xanthocarpa,
Deinbollia oreophila,
Species in the Sapindaceae family