Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
oppositifolium
ID:
516054

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 519 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515386



Common Names

  • Oppositifolium Aceratium
  • Oppositifolium's Aceratium
  • Oppositifolium Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Aceratium angustifolium A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Aceratium braithwaitei Schltr. [unknown]
  • Aceratium branderhorstii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Aceratium gracile A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Aceratium insulare A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Aceratium versteegii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Aceratium warenense Kaneh. & Hatus. [unknown]
  • Aristotelia braithwaitei F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus edulis Teijsm. & Binn. [unknown]
  • Elaeocarpus oppositifolius Miq. [unknown]

Description

Aceratium oppositifolium (also called 'Opposite-Leaved Orchid', among many other common names) is a small perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It typically grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Aceratium oppositifolium is an ornamental tree used in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful foliage and produces small yellow flowers in the spring. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aceratium oppositifolium has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aceratium oppositifolium is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Aceratium oppositifolium

Aceratium oppositifolium can be found in wet meadows, bogs, and other wet areas in the Northern Hemisphere.

Aceratium oppositifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aceratium oppositifolium?

Aceratium oppositifolium

What is the common name of Aceratium oppositifolium?

Oppositifolium Maple

What is the natural habitat of Aceratium oppositifolium?

Mountain forests in China

Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family

Aceratium archboldianum, Aceratium brassii, Aceratium calomala, Aceratium concinnum, Aceratium dasyphyllum, Aceratium doggrellii, Aceratium ferrugineum, Aceratium hypoleucum, Aceratium ledermannii, Aceratium megalospermum, Aceratium muellerianum, Aceratium oppositifolium, Aceratium pachypetalum, Aceratium parvifolium, Aceratium pittosporoides, Aceratium sericeum, Aceratium sericoleopsis, Aceratium sinuatum, Aceratium sphaerocarpum, Aceratium tomentosum, Aristotelia australasica, Aristotelia chilensis, Aristotelia colensoi, Aristotelia fruticosa, Aristotelia peduncularis, Aristotelia serrata, Crinodendron brasiliense, Crinodendron hookerianum, Crinodendron patagua, Crinodendron tucumanum, Dubouzetia acuminata, Dubouzetia australiensis, Dubouzetia campanulata, Dubouzetia caudiculata, Dubouzetia confusa, Dubouzetia dentata, Dubouzetia elegans, Dubouzetia galorei, Dubouzetia guillauminii, Dubouzetia kairoi, Dubouzetia saxatilis, Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus,