Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
acuminatum
ID:
395605

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Trécul) Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Contr. Arnold Arbor. 8: 48 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394937

Common Names

  • Poikilospermum acuminatum
  • Acuminatum Poikilospermum
  • Acuminatum False Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Poikilospermum warburgii (Elmer) Merr. [unknown]
  • Poikilospermum grandifolium (Warb.) Merr. [valid]
  • Poikilospermum diffusum (Merr.) Merr. [valid]
  • Poikilospermum grande (Wedd.) Merr. [unknown]
  • Procris grandis Wedd. [unknown]
  • Conocephalus acuminatus Trécul [unknown]
  • Conocephalus canescens Warb. [unknown]
  • Conocephalus diffusus Merr. [unknown]
  • Conocephalus grandifolius Warb. [unknown]
  • Conocephalus grandis Merr. [unknown]
  • Conocephalus warburgii Elmer [unknown]
  • Conocephalus diffusus obtusus Merr. [unknown]

Description

Poikilospermum acuminatum (also called Acuminate Poikilospermum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands. It has small, ovate leaves with a heart-shaped base and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Poikilospermum acuminatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Poikilospermum acuminatum is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poikilospermum acuminatum is a tropical perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the stems in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Poikilospermum acuminatum

Poikilospermum acuminatum is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Poikilospermum acuminatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poikilospermum acuminatum?

Poikilospermum acuminatum

What is the common name of Poikilospermum acuminatum?

Acuminatum Poikilospermum

What is the natural habitat of Poikilospermum acuminatum?

Poikilospermum acuminatum is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

References

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Auguste Adolphe Lucien Trécul (1818-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trécul' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:856016-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.