Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
abacophyllum
ID:
633220

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.A.Murray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 40: 76 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632552



Common Names

  • Cymbopetalum abacophyllum
  • Abacophyllum cymbopetalum
  • Abacophyllum cymbopetalum vine


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Description

Cymbopetalum abacophyllum (also called 'Abacophyllum Asparagus', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has long, thin stems with small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, rocky areas and is often found in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cymbopetalum abacophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cymbopetalum abacophyllum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with round, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymbopetalum abacophyllum is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot and kept moist until germination. The plants can also be propagated by taking cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Cymbopetalum abacophyllum

Cymbopetalum abacophyllum is native to Central Asia.

Cymbopetalum abacophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymbopetalum abacophyllum?

Cymbopetalum abacophyllum

What is the common name of Cymbopetalum abacophyllum?

Abacophyllum

What is the native range of Cymbopetalum abacophyllum?

Central Asia

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Nancy A. Murray (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.A.Murray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:975794-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.