Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
gentryi
ID:
310759

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Alonso & R.Jaram.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 17: 389 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310091



Common Names

  • Gentryi Acidocroton
  • Gentryi Ironwort
  • Acidocroton


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Description

Acidocroton gentryi (also called 'Gentry's Acidocroton' and 'Gentry's Croton', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sunny areas and is often used for hedges and borders.

Uses & Benefits

Acidocroton gentryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used as a source of timber and for its edible fruits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acidocroton gentryi is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe, about 1 cm long. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Acidocroton gentryi: This plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. It is also possible to propagate from seed.

Where to Find Acidocroton gentryi

Acidocroton gentryi can be found in Central America and the Caribbean.

Acidocroton gentryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acidocroton gentryi?

Acidocroton gentryi

What is the common name of Acidocroton gentryi?

Gentry's Palm

What is the natural habitat of Acidocroton gentryi?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1913: Based on the initial data import
José Luis Fernández Alonso (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fern.Alonso' in the authors string.
Roberto Jaramillo Mejía (1919-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Jaram.' in the authors string.