Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
acutifolia
ID:
779501

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bonpl.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Pl. Aequinoct. 1: 59 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778834



Common Names

  • Jacaranda
  • Acutifolia
  • Sharp-Leaf Jacaranda


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Description

Jacaranda acutifolia (also called Sharp-leaf Jacaranda, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Brazil. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 15 m in height. The leaves are pinnate and the flowers are blue-purple. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Jacaranda acutifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber, fuel, and to make paper pulp.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jacaranda acutifolia has bell-shaped, bright blue flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, flat, and dark brown. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are bright green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacaranda acutifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach a height of up to 15 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Jacaranda acutifolia

Jacaranda acutifolia is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Jacaranda acutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacaranda acutifolia?

Jacaranda acutifolia

What is the common name of Jacaranda acutifolia?

Sharp-Leaved Jacaranda

Where is Jacaranda acutifolia native to?

South America

Species in the Jacaranda genus

Jacaranda paucifoliata, Jacaranda obovata, Jacaranda mutabilis, Jacaranda montana, Jacaranda mimosifolia, Jacaranda micrantha, Jacaranda hesperia, Jacaranda glabra, Jacaranda macrantha, Jacaranda irwinii, Jacaranda jasminoides, Jacaranda praetermissa, Jacaranda simplicifolia, Jacaranda sparrei, Jacaranda subalpina, Jacaranda selleana, Jacaranda ulei, Jacaranda pulcherrima, Jacaranda puberula, Jacaranda poitaei, Jacaranda racemosa, Jacaranda rufa, Jacaranda carajasensis, Jacaranda brasiliana, Jacaranda bullata, Jacaranda caerulea, Jacaranda orinocensis, Jacaranda microcalyx, Jacaranda caucana, Jacaranda caroba, Jacaranda arborea, Jacaranda acutifolia, Jacaranda macrocarpa, Jacaranda intricata, Jacaranda rugosa, Jacaranda bracteata, Jacaranda obtusifolia, Jacaranda decurrens, Jacaranda cuspidifolia, Jacaranda cowellii, Jacaranda ekmanii, Jacaranda egleri, Jacaranda crassifolia, Jacaranda copaia, Jacaranda grandifoliolata, Jacaranda campinae, Jacaranda duckei, Jacaranda heterophylla, Jacaranda paucifoliolata, Jacaranda densicoma,

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:109767-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].