Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
abalak
ID:
509172

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Martínez & Ramos

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 49: 354 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508504



Common Names

  • Attilaea Abalak
  • Abalak Attilaea
  • Abalak Rush


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Description

Attilaea abalak (also called Abalak Attilaea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, growing in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Attilaea abalak is used as an ornamental plant in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers, and can also be used as a groundcover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Attilaea abalak has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender seed capsule. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Attilaea abalak is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Attilaea abalak

Attilaea abalak is native to Iran and can be found in the provinces of Kermanshah and Lorestan.

Attilaea abalak FAQ

What is the scientific name of Attilaea abalak?

Attilaea abalak

What is the common name of Attilaea abalak?

Abalak

What is the natural habitat of Attilaea abalak?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Attilaea genus

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606380: Based on the initial data import
Esteban Martínez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Martínez' in the authors string.
Clara Hilda Ramos (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ramos' in the authors string.