Actinostemon mandiocanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mandiocanus
ID:
729677
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, V: 61 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729010
Common Names
- Actinostemon mandiocanus
- Mandioca Actinostemon
- Mandioca Starburst
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Dactylostemon mandiocanus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
Description
Actinostemon mandiocanus (also called Mandioca Tree, among many other common names) is a flowering plant native to South America. It is a large deciduous tree with large white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Actinostemon mandiocanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Actinostemon mandiocanus is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow-green stripes. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actinostemon mandiocanus is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed sown in spring or autumn, or by cuttings taken in summer.
Where to Find Actinostemon mandiocanus
Actinostemon mandiocanus can be found in South America.
Actinostemon mandiocanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinostemon mandiocanus?
Actinostemon mandiocanus
What type of plant is Actinostemon mandiocanus?
Actinostemon mandiocanus is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae.
Where is Actinostemon mandiocanus native to?
Actinostemon mandiocanus is native to Brazil.
Species in the Actinostemon genus
Actinostemon amazonicus, Actinostemon brachypodus, Actinostemon caribaeus, Actinostemon concepcionis, Actinostemon concolor, Actinostemon desertorum, Actinostemon echinatus, Actinostemon glaziovii, Actinostemon guyanensis, Actinostemon imbricatus, Actinostemon klotzschii, Actinostemon lagoensis, Actinostemon lasiocarpus, Actinostemon leptopus, Actinostemon macrocarpus, Actinostemon mandiocanus, Actinostemon schomburgkii, Actinostemon sparsifolius, Actinostemon verticillatus, Actinostemon roseliae,
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-2860: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.