Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
acuminatissima
ID:
1041774

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 8: 345 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001041112



Common Names

  • Astronia
  • Acuminatissima Astronia
  • Acuminatissima Plant


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Description

Astronia acuminatissima (also called Acuminate Astronia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in wet forests, swamps, and marshes. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 3 meters tall, with ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astronia acuminatissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astronia acuminatissima var. palawanensis J.F.Maxwell
Astronia acuminatissima var. subcaudata (Merr.) J.F.Maxwell
Astronia acuminatissima var. acuminatissima

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astronia acuminatissima has white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astronia acuminatissima is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Astronia acuminatissima

Astronia acuminatissima is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Species in the Astronia genus

Astronia angustifolia, Astronia apoensis, Astronia arborea, Astronia atroviridis, Astronia beccariana, Astronia dioica, Astronia glomerata, Astronia gracilis, Astronia hollrungii, Astronia ledermannii, Astronia megalantha, Astronia papuana, Astronia smilacifolia, Astronia spectabilis, Astronia stapfii, Astronia brunneoaenea, Astronia bullata, Astronia chartacea, Astronia columnaris, Astronia coriacea, Astronia corymbosa, Astronia crassiloba, Astronia cuspidata, Astronia elaterinervis, Astronia grandiflora, Astronia laevis, Astronia rugata, Astronia rugosa, Astronia sericea, Astronia shungolensis, Astronia sorongensis, Astronia squamosa, Astronia triangularis, Astronia truncata, Astronia villosovaginata, Astronia alata, Astronia benguetensis, Astronia katangladensis, Astronia sabahensis, Astronia scabrida, Astronia cumingiana, Astronia pulchra, Astronia candolleana, Astronia brunnea, Astronia klabatensis, Astronia rolfei, Astronia lagunensis, Astronia williamsii, Astronia acuminatissima, Astronia quadrangulata,

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,