Ateleia truncata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mohlenbr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Webbia17: 180 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170201
Common Names
- Truncate Ateleia
- Truncated Ateleia
- Truncate Willow-leaf Ateleia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ateleia truncata (also called Truncate Ateleia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It typically grows in wet, tropical forests, and is found in lowland areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ateleia truncata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ateleia truncata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Ateleia truncata is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is tolerant of drought.
Where to Find Ateleia truncata
Ateleia truncata can be found in the Caribbean islands, primarily in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.
Ateleia truncata FAQ
What type of soil does Ateleia truncata prefer?
Ateleia truncata prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.
What is the growth rate of Ateleia truncata?
Ateleia truncata has a slow to moderate growth rate.
How much sunlight does Ateleia truncata need?
Ateleia truncata needs full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Ateleia genus
Ateleia mcvaughii, Ateleia tomentosa, Ateleia albolutescens, Ateleia arsenii, Ateleia guaraya, Ateleia herbert-smithii, Ateleia insularis, Ateleia ovata, Ateleia salicifolia, Ateleia standleyana, Ateleia truncata, Ateleia venezuelensis, Ateleia apetala, Ateleia glazioveana, Ateleia gummifera, Ateleia microcarpa, Ateleia popenoei, Ateleia cubensis, Ateleia pterocarpa, Ateleia martinezii, Ateleia sousae, Ateleia hexandra, Ateleia tenorioi, Ateleia glabrata, Ateleia chiangii, Ateleia chicoasensis, Ateleia nicaraguensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Robert H. Mohlenbrock (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mohlenbr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Ateleia truncata Mohlenbr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.