Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
acerifolia
ID:
382377

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Don) Hochr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 9: 184 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381709



Common Names

  • Neobrittonia acerifolia
  • Acerifolia Neobrittonia
  • Acerifolia Neobrittonia Plant


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Synonyms

  • Sida acerifolia Lag. [unknown]
  • Sida discissa Bertol. [unknown]
  • Sida palmata Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Abutilon acerifolium G.Don [unknown]
  • Abutilon discissum (Bertol.) Schltdl. [unknown]

Description

Neobrittonia acerifolia (also called Maple-Leaved Neobrittonia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Neobrittonia acerifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Neobrittonia acerifolia is a small, white, star-shaped structure. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, thin, and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neobrittonia acerifolia is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Neobrittonia acerifolia

Neobrittonia acerifolia can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Neobrittonia acerifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neobrittonia acerifolia?

Neobrittonia acerifolia

What is the common name of Neobrittonia acerifolia?

Maple-leaved Brittonia

What is the natural habitat of Neobrittonia acerifolia?

Tropical moist forests

Species in the Neobrittonia 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-2383822: Based on the initial data import
Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.