Akrosida floribunda - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fryxell & Clase
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 59: 385 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508358
Common Names
- Akrosida Floribunda
- Floribunda Akrosida
- Floribunda Wild Petunia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Akrosida floribunda (also called Many-Flowered Akrosida, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and narrow, grey-green leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and on hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Akrosida floribunda is used as an ornamental plant for its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Akrosida floribunda is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped seedling.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Akrosida floribunda is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grown on in a sunny position. Cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer and should be rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Akrosida floribunda
Akrosida floribunda is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the Western Ghats.
Akrosida floribunda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Akrosida floribunda?
Akrosida floribunda
What is the common name of Akrosida floribunda?
Floribunda
Where is Akrosida floribunda found?
Western Ghats of India
Species in the Akrosida genus
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-2606180: Based on the initial data import
Teodoro Clase G.: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clase' in the authors string.
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.