Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
acostae
ID:
438405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 4: 484 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437737



Common Names

  • Acosta's Brunellia
  • Acosta Brunellia
  • Acosta's Brunellia


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Description

Brunellia acostae (also called Acosta's Brunellia, among many other common names) is a flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub with glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, and is often found in rainforests, near rivers, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brunellia acostae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a source of fiber and dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brunellia acostae is a small, yellow-green, four-petaled flower. The seed is a small, four-angled, flattened, brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunellia acostae is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny to partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position, protected from strong winds. It is best propagated by cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Brunellia acostae

Brunellia acostae is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Brunellia acostae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunellia acostae?

Brunellia acostae

What is the common name of Brunellia acostae?

Acosta's Brunellia

What is the natural habitat of Brunellia acostae?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Brunellia genus

Brunellia acostae, Brunellia acutangula, Brunellia amayensis, Brunellia boliviana, Brunellia boqueronensis, Brunellia briquetii, Brunellia brunnea, Brunellia cayambensis, Brunellia comocladifolia, Brunellia costaricensis, Brunellia cutervensis, Brunellia cuzcoensis, Brunellia dichapetaloides, Brunellia dulcis, Brunellia ecuadoriensis, Brunellia elliptica, Brunellia farallonensis, Brunellia foreroi, Brunellia glabra, Brunellia goudotii, Brunellia hexasepala, Brunellia hygrothermica, Brunellia inermis, Brunellia integrifolia, Brunellia latifolia, Brunellia littlei, Brunellia macrophylla, Brunellia mexicana, Brunellia morii, Brunellia neblinensis, Brunellia occidentalis, Brunellia oliveri, Brunellia ovalifolia, Brunellia pallida, Brunellia pauciflora, Brunellia penderiscana, Brunellia pitayensis, Brunellia propinqua, Brunellia putumayensis, Brunellia racemifera, Brunellia rhoides, Brunellia rufa, Brunellia sibundoya, Brunellia standleyana, Brunellia stenoptera, Brunellia stuebelii, Brunellia subsessilis, Brunellia tomentosa, Brunellia trianae, Brunellia trigyna,

Species in the Brunelliaceae family

Brunellia acostae, Brunellia acutangula, Brunellia amayensis, Brunellia boliviana, Brunellia boqueronensis, Brunellia briquetii, Brunellia brunnea, Brunellia cayambensis, Brunellia comocladifolia, Brunellia costaricensis, Brunellia cutervensis, Brunellia cuzcoensis, Brunellia dichapetaloides, Brunellia dulcis, Brunellia ecuadoriensis, Brunellia elliptica, Brunellia farallonensis, Brunellia foreroi, Brunellia glabra, Brunellia goudotii, Brunellia hexasepala, Brunellia hygrothermica, Brunellia inermis, Brunellia integrifolia, Brunellia latifolia, Brunellia littlei, Brunellia macrophylla, Brunellia mexicana, Brunellia morii, Brunellia neblinensis, Brunellia occidentalis, Brunellia oliveri, Brunellia ovalifolia, Brunellia pallida, Brunellia pauciflora, Brunellia penderiscana, Brunellia pitayensis, Brunellia propinqua, Brunellia putumayensis, Brunellia racemifera, Brunellia rhoides, Brunellia rufa, Brunellia sibundoya, Brunellia standleyana, Brunellia stenoptera, Brunellia stuebelii, Brunellia subsessilis, Brunellia tomentosa, Brunellia trianae, Brunellia trigyna,

References

José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:37446-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.