Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
weberbaueri
ID:
514599

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ulbr.) Krapov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 19: 35 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513931



Common Names

  • Weberbaueri Acaulimalva
  • Acaulimalva weberbaueri
  • Weberbaueri's Acaulimalva


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Synonyms

  • Malvastrum weberbaueri Ulbr. [unknown]

Description

Acaulimalva weberbaueri (also called Weberbauer's Acaulimalva, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It grows in moist and shady places, in forests, along streams and in ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Acanulimalva weberbaueri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acaulimalva weberbaueri is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acaulimalva weberbaueri is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or from seed sown in the fall. The seed should be sown in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted in the spring.

Where to Find Acaulimalva weberbaueri

Acaulimalva weberbaueri is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It can be found in humid montane forests at elevations of 2,000-3,000 m.

Acaulimalva weberbaueri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acaulimalva weberbaueri?

Acaulimalva weberbaueri

What is the common name of Acaulimalva weberbaueri?

Weberbauer's Acaulimalva

What is the natural habitat of Acaulimalva weberbaueri?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2615342: Based on the initial data import
Oskar Eberhard Ulbrich (1879-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ulbr.' in the authors string.
Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.