Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
atlantica
ID:
1306081

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Marinho & M.V.Martins

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
J. Torrey Bot. Soc. 143: 331 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318535



Common Names

  • Vismia atlantica
  • Atlantic Vismia
  • Atlantica Vismia


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Description

Vismia atlantica (also called Atlantica Vismia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to parts of South America. It has glossy green leaves and produces small, white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Vismia atlantica is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, malaria, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vismia atlantica is a yellow-greenish color, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vismia atlantica is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Vismia atlantica

Vismia atlantica is found in the Atlantic rainforest of Brazil.

Vismia atlantica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vismia atlantica?

Vismia atlantica

What is the common name of Vismia atlantica?

Atlantica

Where does Vismia atlantica grow?

It is native to Brazil

Species in the Vismia genus

Vismia sessilifolia, Vismia lindeniana, Vismia lauriformis, Vismia laxiflora, Vismia macrophylla, Vismia magnoliifolia, Vismia sprucei, Vismia japurensis, Vismia laevis, Vismia guianensis, Vismia baccifera, Vismia billbergiana, Vismia ferruginea, Vismia tenuinervia, Vismia sandwithii, Vismia steyermarkii, Vismia camparaguey, Vismia cayennensis, Vismia sessilifolia, Vismia bemerguii, Vismia micrantha, Vismia cavalcantii, Vismia cavanillesiana, Vismia confertiflora, Vismia cuatrecasasii, Vismia glabra, Vismia gracilis, Vismia martiana, Vismia minutiflora, Vismia obtusa, Vismia parviflora, Vismia plicatifolia, Vismia pozuzoensis, Vismia ramuliflora, Vismia rufa, Vismia tomentosa, Vismia jefensis, Vismia latisepala, Vismia floribunda, Vismia rusbyi, Vismia lateriflora, Vismia mandurr, Vismia brasiliensis, Vismia cauliflora, Vismia crassa, Vismia pentagyna, Vismia latifolia, Vismia conduplicata, Vismia atlantica, Vismia cavalcantei,

Species in the Hypericaceae family

Cratoxylum arborescens, Cratoxylum cochinchinense, Cratoxylum formosum, Cratoxylum glaucum, Cratoxylum maingayi, Cratoxylum sumatranum, Eliea articulata, Harungana madagascariensis, Harungana montana, Harungana montana, Harungana rubescens, Hypericum abilianum, Hypericum aciferum, Hypericum acmosepalum, Hypericum acostanum, Hypericum addingtonii, Hypericum adenotrichum, Hypericum adpressum, Hypericum aegypticum, Hypericum aethiopicum, Hypericum afrum, Hypericum amblyocalyx, Hypericum amblysepalum, Hypericum andjerinum, Hypericum androsaemum, Hypericum annulatum, Hypericum apiculatum, Hypericum apricum, Hypericum armenum, Hypericum asahinae, Hypericum ascyron, Hypericum asperuloides, Hypericum asperulum, Hypericum assamicum, Hypericum athoum, Hypericum atomarium, Hypericum attenuatum, Hypericum aucheri, Hypericum augustinii, Hypericum australe, Hypericum aviculariifolium, Hypericum baccharoides, Hypericum balearicum, Hypericum balfourii, Hypericum barbatum, Hypericum beanii, Hypericum beccarii, Hypericum bellum, Hypericum benghalense, Hypericum bequaertii,

References

Lucas Marinho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Marinho' in the authors string.
Milena Ventrichi Martins: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.V.Martins' in the authors string.