Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
rizzoanum
ID:
1306385

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scudeler & A.C.D.Castello

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 333(1): 118. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318839



Common Names

  • Aspidosperma rizzoanum
  • Rizzoanum Aspidosperma
  • Aspidosperma Aspidosperma


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Description

Aspidosperma rizzoanum (also called 'Rizzo's Aspidosperma', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and grey-green leaves native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in moist forests, along streams and in wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidosperma rizzoanum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidosperma rizzoanum has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidosperma rizzoanum is a tropical evergreen tree that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Aspidosperma rizzoanum

Aspidosperma rizzoanum can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Aspidosperma rizzoanum FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Aspidosperma rizzoanum?

Aspidosperma rizzoanum prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade.

What type of soil is best for Aspidosperma rizzoanum?

Aspidosperma rizzoanum prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Aspidosperma rizzoanum be watered?

Aspidosperma rizzoanum should be watered regularly, but not too often, to prevent root rot.

Species in the Aspidosperma genus

Aspidosperma album, Aspidosperma araracanga, Aspidosperma auriculatum, Aspidosperma australe, Aspidosperma camporum, Aspidosperma capitatum, Aspidosperma carapanauba, Aspidosperma cuspa, Aspidosperma cylindrocarpon, Aspidosperma darienense, Aspidosperma decussatum, Aspidosperma desmanthum, Aspidosperma discolor, Aspidosperma dispermum, Aspidosperma eburneum, Aspidosperma eteanum, Aspidosperma excelsum, Aspidosperma fendleri, Aspidosperma formosanum, Aspidosperma gehrtii, Aspidosperma glaucum, Aspidosperma helstonei, Aspidosperma illustre, Aspidosperma inundatum, Aspidosperma leucocymosum, Aspidosperma limae, Aspidosperma macrocarpon, Aspidosperma macrophyllum, Aspidosperma megalocarpon, Aspidosperma megaphyllum, Aspidosperma multiflorum, Aspidosperma myristicifolium, Aspidosperma nanum, Aspidosperma neblinae, Aspidosperma nemorale, Aspidosperma nigricans, Aspidosperma nobile, Aspidosperma oblongum, Aspidosperma obscurinervium, Aspidosperma olivaceum, Aspidosperma pachypterum, Aspidosperma parvifolium, Aspidosperma pichonianum, Aspidosperma polyneuron, Aspidosperma pyricollum, Aspidosperma pyrifolium, Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco, Aspidosperma quirandy, Aspidosperma ramiflorum, Aspidosperma reductum,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Ana Laura Scudeler: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scudeler' in the authors string.
Ana Carolina Devides Castello: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.D.Castello' in the authors string.