Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
amaraliae
ID:
1305969

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Prance) Sothers & Prance

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 172: 182 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318423



Common Names

  • Gaulettia amaraliae
  • Amaraliae
  • Gaulettia


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Description

Gaulettia amaraliae (also called Amaralia's gaulettia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in open and disturbed areas. It prefers moist soils and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Gaulettia amaraliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaulettia amaraliae is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaulettia amaraliae is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Gaulettia amaraliae

Gaulettia amaraliae can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Gaulettia amaraliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaulettia amaraliae?

Gaulettia amaraliae

What is the common name of Gaulettia amaraliae?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Gaulettia amaraliae?

Dry forests and scrublands

Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family

Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,

References

Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.
Cynthia Sothers (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sothers' in the authors string.