Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acidula
ID:
389392

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 9: 304 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388724

Common Names

  • Acidulous Owenia
  • Acidulous Owenia
  • Acidula Owenia

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Description

Owenia acidula (also called acid owenia, among many other common names) is a marine worm of the Oweniidae family. It is native to the Indo-Pacific region and is found in shallow, sandy areas. It has a long, cylindrical body and small, white tentacles.

Uses & Benefits

Owenia acidula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Owenia acidula has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Owenia acidula is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and should be planted in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilization to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Owenia acidula

Owenia acidula can be found in the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, from the Red Sea to the Hawaiian Islands.

Owenia acidula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Owenia acidula?

Owenia acidula

What is the common name of Owenia acidula?

Acidic Owenia

What is the natural habitat of Owenia acidula?

It is found in tropical forests in South America

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,