Status:
valid
Authors:
Suess.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 1: 2 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526249
Common Names
- Allmaniopsis fruticulosa
- Fruticulose Allmaniopsis
- Fruticulose Windmills
Description
Allmaniopsis fruticulosa (also called Fruticose Allmaniopsis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to tropical South America. It has a woody stem with small, oval-shaped leaves and small, star-shaped flowers that range in color from white to pink. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is commonly found in open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Allmaniopsis fruticulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Allmaniopsis fruticulosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allmaniopsis fruticulosa is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and prefers full sun.
Where to Find Allmaniopsis fruticulosa
Allmaniopsis fruticulosa is native to Central America.
Allmaniopsis fruticulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allmaniopsis fruticulosa?
Allmaniopsis fruticulosa
What is the common name of Allmaniopsis fruticulosa?
Shrubby windmill
What is the natural habitat of Allmaniopsis fruticulosa?
Deserts and dry areas
Species in the Allmaniopsis genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,