Anchietea frangulifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Melch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 169 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533495
Common Names
- Frangulifolia Anchietea
- Anchietea frangulifolia
- Frangulifolia Anchietea Tree
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- Noisettia frangulifolia Kunth [unknown]
- Calyptrion frangulifolium Ging. [unknown]
Description
Anchietea frangulifolia (also called Frangula-leaved anchietea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a shrub with long, thin branches and small, white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Anchietea frangulifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers are used for making perfumes and fragrances.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anchietea frangulifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anchietea frangulifolia is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a year.
Where to Find Anchietea frangulifolia
Anchietea frangulifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Anchietea frangulifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anchietea frangulifolia?
Anchietea frangulifolia
What is the common name of Anchietea frangulifolia?
Frangulifoliate Anchietea
Where is Anchietea frangulifolia found?
Anchietea frangulifolia is found in tropical regions of South America.
Species in the Anchietea genus
Species in the Violaceae family
Agatea lecointei, Agatea longipedicellata, Agatea macrobotrys, Agatea pancheri, Agatea rufotomentosa, Agatea schlechteri, Agatea veillonii, Agatea violaris, Allexis batangae, Allexis cauliflora, Allexis obanensis, Allexis zygomorpha, Amphirrhox grandifolia, Amphirrhox longifolia, Anchietea exalata, Anchietea frangulifolia, Anchietea peruviana, Anchietea pyrifolia, Anchietea raimondii, Anchietea selloviana, Anchietea suma, Anchietea ferrucciae, Anchietea ballardii, Calyptrion arboreum, Calyptrion carthagenense, Calyptrion pubescens, Calyptrion volubile, Decorsella paradoxa, Fusispermum laxiflorum, Fusispermum minutiflorum, Fusispermum rubrolignosum, Hybanthopsis bahiensis, Hybanthus albus, Hybanthus austrocaledonicus, Hybanthus caledonicus, Hybanthus cymulosus, Hybanthus debilissimus, Hybanthus domingensis, Hybanthus durus, Hybanthus epacroides, Hybanthus galeottii, Hybanthus graminifolius, Hybanthus havanensis, Hybanthus heterosepalus, Hybanthus leptopus, Hybanthus leucanthus, Hybanthus micranthus, Hybanthus mossamedensis, Hybanthus paraguariensis, Hybanthus parviflorus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2636405: Based on the initial data import
Hans Melchior (1894-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melch.' in the authors string.