Actinostemon verticillatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verticillatus
ID:
742909
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 5: 334 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000742242
Common Names
- Verticillatus Brier
- Verticillatus Greenbrier
- Verticillatus Smilax
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Actinostemon verticillatus (also called Catbrier, and Saw Greenbrier, among many other common names) is a perennial, woody vine with sharp thorns and large, heart-shaped leaves. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Actinostemon verticillatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Actinostemon verticillatus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black berry-like fruit. The seedlings are thin, green, and have small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actinostemon verticillatus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or fall. Dig up the plant and divide the roots into sections, making sure each section has a few roots. Replant the sections in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Actinostemon verticillatus
Actinostemon verticillatus is native to South America.
Actinostemon verticillatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinostemon verticillatus?
Actinostemon verticillatus
What is the common name of Actinostemon verticillatus?
Cotton-bush
What is the family of Actinostemon verticillatus?
Euphorbiaceae
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-2891: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.