Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erectoclada
ID:
525427

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Backeb.) Doweld

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
in Turczaninowia 5: 29. 2002.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524759

Common Names

  • Airampoa erectoclada
  • Erectoclada Airampoa
  • Erectoclada Rockrose

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Synonyms

  • Opuntia erectoclada Backeb. [unknown]
  • Opuntia multiareolata Backeb. [unknown]
  • Tunilla erectoclada (Backeb.) D.R.Hunt & Iliff [unknown]
  • Tephrocactus erectocladus (Backeb.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]

Description

Airampoa erectoclada (also called Upright Airampoa, Upright Airampoa Tree, and Upright Airampoa Shrub, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Sapindaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 5-10 m. It has white flowers with a pleasant scent and dark green, glossy leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Airampoa erectoclada is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Airampoa erectoclada has white flowers with a yellow center and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Airampoa erectoclada is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take several months.

Where to Find Airampoa erectoclada

Airampoa erectoclada can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador.

Airampoa erectoclada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Airampoa erectoclada?

Airampoa erectoclada

What is the common name of Airampoa erectoclada?

Erectoclada airampoa

What type of plant is Airampoa erectoclada?

Shrub

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Alexander B. Doweld (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Doweld' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.