Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
roseliae
ID:
1331260

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.S.Oliveira, A.L.Melo & M.F.Sales

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 40: 522 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343714



Common Names

  • Actinostemon Roseliae
  • Roseliae Actinostemon
  • Roseliae Actinostemon


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Description

Actinostemon roseliae (also called Roseliae Actinostemon, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with simple, opposite leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Actinostemon roseliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Actinostemon roseliae is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinostemon roseliae is a fast-growing, evergreen climber. It can be propagated by cuttings taken from semi-ripe wood in summer or by layering. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in a cold frame in spring.

Where to Find Actinostemon roseliae

Actinostemon roseliae can be found in the Western Ghats of India.

Actinostemon roseliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinostemon roseliae?

Actinostemon roseliae

What is the natural habitat of Actinostemon roseliae?

Mountain forests in Costa Rica

What are the common names of Actinostemon roseliae?

Roselia's actinostemon

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

Margareth Ferreira de Sales (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.F.Sales' in the authors string.
Andrê Laurenio de Melo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Melo' in the authors string.
Luciana dos Santos Dias de Oliveira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.S.Oliveira' in the authors string.