Status:
valid
Authors:
A.DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève 5: 215 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385602
Common Names
- Acuminata Orophea
- Acuminata Leaf Orophea
- Acuminata Fruit Orophea
Description
Orophea acuminata (also called Acuminate Orophea, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has small, white flowers and its leaves are oblong and have a greyish-green hue. It is found in moist, tropical forests and is adapted to survive in the humid and wet conditions of the region.
Uses & Benefits
Orophea acuminata is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orophea acuminata has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are slender and have a single, long leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Orophea acuminata is a species of plant in the Annonaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Orophea acuminata
Orophea acuminata is native to South India and can be found in the Western Ghats.
Orophea acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orophea acuminata?
Orophea acuminata
What is the common name of Orophea acuminata?
Acuminata Orophea
Where is Orophea acuminata found?
It is found in the mountains of India
Species in the Orophea genus
Orophea merrillii,
Orophea malayana,
Orophea leuseri,
Orophea kostermansiana,
Orophea polycarpa,
Orophea parvifolia,
Orophea myriantha,
Orophea rubra,
Orophea harmandiana,
Orophea fusca,
Orophea trigyna,
Orophea tonkinensis,
Orophea sarawakensis,
Orophea sivarajanii,
Orophea flagellaris,
Orophea dolichocarpa,
Orophea dodecandra,
Orophea creaghii,
Orophea acuminata,
Orophea corymbosa,
Orophea clemensiana,
Orophea alba,
Orophea narasimhanii,
Orophea hexandra,
Orophea hainanensis,
Orophea enneandra,
Orophea chrysantha,
Orophea chlorantha,
Orophea maculata,
Orophea katschallica,
Orophea desmos,
Orophea cuneiformis,
Orophea brandisii,
Orophea enterocarpa,
Orophea leytensis,
Orophea wenzelii,
Orophea erythrocarpa,
Orophea celebica,
Orophea sericea,
Orophea cumingiana,
Orophea megalophylla,
Orophea kerrii,
Orophea hirsuta,
Orophea multiflora,
Orophea zeylanica,
Orophea thorelii,
Orophea uniflora,
Orophea thomsonii,
Orophea glabra,
Orophea hastata,
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,