Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
acuminatissimus
ID:
159375

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) M.P.Nayar

Source:
ipni

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 72(3): 879 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158704



Common Names

  • Acuminatissimus Anerincleistus
  • Sharp Anerincleistus
  • Pointed Anerincleistus


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Synonyms

  • Phaulanthus acuminatissimus Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Anerincleistus acuminatissimus (also called Acuminate Anerincleistus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anerincleistus acuminatissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anerincleistus acuminatissimus has small, yellow flowers with purple anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anerincleistus acuminatissimus is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Anerincleistus acuminatissimus

Anerincleistus acuminatissimus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Anerincleistus acuminatissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anerincleistus acuminatissimus?

Anerincleistus acuminatissimus

What is the common name of Anerincleistus acuminatissimus?

Acuminatissimus Anerincleistus

What type of plant is Anerincleistus acuminatissimus?

Vine

Species in the Anerincleistus genus

Anerincleistus acuminatissimus, Anerincleistus curtisii, Anerincleistus dispar, Anerincleistus floribundus, Anerincleistus fruticosus, Anerincleistus grandiflorus, Anerincleistus griffithii, Anerincleistus hirsutus, Anerincleistus macranthus, Anerincleistus macrophyllus, Anerincleistus pauciflorus, Anerincleistus pedunculatus, Anerincleistus philippinensis, Anerincleistus pulchra, Anerincleistus setulosus, Anerincleistus barbatus, Anerincleistus fasciculatus, Anerincleistus bracteatus, Anerincleistus bullatus, Anerincleistus cornutus, Anerincleistus cyathocalyx, Anerincleistus echinatus, Anerincleistus hispidissimus, Anerincleistus angustifolius, Anerincleistus phyllagathoides, Anerincleistus purpureus, Anerincleistus quintuplinervis, Anerincleistus rupicola, Anerincleistus sertuliferum, Anerincleistus setosus, Anerincleistus stipularis, Anerincleistus monticola, Anerincleistus glomeratus,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Madhavan Parameswaran Nayar (1932-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Nayar' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:566197-1: Based on the initial data import